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MCP Server

Use Orshot with Claude, Cursor, and other MCP-compatible applications

Integration Link: https://github.com/rishimohan/orshot-mcp-server

Introduction

The Orshot Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server allows you to generate dynamic images from templates directly within AI applications like Claude Desktop, Cursor, and other MCP-compatible tools. This integration enables natural language image generation, making it easy to create visuals through conversational prompts.

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Actions Available

  • Template Discovery: List all available library and studio templates
  • Unified Image Generation: Automatic template type detection and image generation
  • Generate from Library Templates: Create images using pre-designed templates from Orshot's library
  • Generate from Studio Templates: Create images using custom templates from Orshot Studio
  • Template Modifications: Get available modification keys for any template
  • API Status Check: Verify connectivity and validate API credentials
  • Auto-mapping: Intelligent mapping of input data to template fields

How to Use

1. Get Your API Key

  1. Sign up at Orshot.com for a free account
  2. Navigate to Workspace > Settings > API Key
  3. Copy your API key for configuration

2. Install and Configure

  1. Clone or download the Orshot MCP Server from the repository
  2. Install dependencies: npm install && npm run build
  3. Set your API key: export ORSHOT_API_KEY="your-api-key-here"

3. Configure Claude Desktop

Add the server to your Claude Desktop configuration in claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "orshot": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["/path/to/orshot-mcp-server/build/index.js"],
      "env": { "ORSHOT_API_KEY": "your-api-key" }
    }
  }
}

4. Start Using with Natural Language

  • "Generate a mockup using studio template id 64 with this logo"
  • "Create a website screenshot of github.com using orshot"
  • "Generate an ad banner with heading 'Grow your business'"
  • "List all available studio templates"

Need Help?

  • Contact support at hi@orshot.com or use chat button in your Orshot dashboard for assistance

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