Open API, MCP & Skill Integration Guide: Create API Keys and Automate Image Combining
Learn how to create API keys on aiimgcombiner.com, call Open API endpoints for image upload and combining, connect MCP tools and Claude Skills to AI assistants, and get started with the open-source aiimgcombiner-mcp-skill repository. Free credits included for new users.
AI Image Combiner on aiimgcombiner.com now offers full Open API access, remote MCP (Model Context Protocol) integration, and a ready-to-use Claude Skill for AI-powered image combining. Whether you are building automated image pipelines, connecting AI assistants, or scripting batch workflows, these interfaces let you programmatically upload photos, combine them with AI-powered styles, and retrieve results without touching the web UI. New users receive free credits to try the tool right away — no payment required. In this step-by-step guide you will learn how to create and manage API keys, call each Open API endpoint, wire up MCP tools, install the Claude Skill, and leverage the open-source integration repository to get running in minutes.
Start by creating your API key. Log in to aiimgcombiner.com, navigate to Settings > API Keys, and click "Create Key." The full key value is displayed only once, so copy it to your password manager immediately. You can always review key prefixes, check usage timestamps, and revoke any compromised key from the same page.
Next, call the three core Open API endpoints in order. First, upload one or more images via POST /api/open/v1/upload — the response returns an image ID you will use in the next step. Second, create a combine task by sending the image IDs and your chosen AI style to POST /api/open/v1/tasks/image-combine. Finally, poll GET /api/open/v1/tasks/{taskId} until the status changes to "completed" and the result URL appears. If you pass a revoked or invalid key, the API returns a 401 error, so you can detect credential issues right away.
For AI assistant workflows, connect the remote MCP endpoint at /api/mcp. MCP exposes the same capabilities as Open API through three tools: upload_image, combine_images, and get_task_status. Because MCP uses the same API key system, you do not need separate credentials. Simply configure your MCP client (such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, or Amp) with the endpoint URL and your API key, and your assistant can upload images and trigger combine tasks through natural language commands.
Beyond MCP, the open-source repository also ships a Claude Skill — a lightweight instruction set that teaches Claude how to use the image combiner without extra coding. Drop the Skill file into your project, and Claude gains the ability to upload photos, pick styles, start combine tasks, and poll results on your behalf. Skills work alongside MCP: MCP provides the transport layer, while the Skill provides the domain knowledge and workflow guidance so Claude can operate the tool end to end.
To accelerate integration, clone the open-source repository at aiimgcombiner-mcp-skill. It includes a ready-to-use MCP server manifest, a Claude skill definition, and curl script examples covering upload, combine, and status polling. Teams can fork the repo, customize prompts, and deploy their own MCP bridge without building from scratch. The repository README walks through setup in under five minutes.
Summary
With API key management built into the aiimgcombiner.com dashboard, three straightforward Open API endpoints, a remote MCP interface, and a plug-and-play Claude Skill, you can move from manual photo combining to fully automated workflows in a single afternoon. Start with one key and the free credits every new account receives, test each endpoint, then split keys by project or team for clean auditability. The open-source integration repository — with MCP manifest and Skill definition included — means you do not have to build connectors from zero. Fork it, plug in your key, and let your scripts or AI agents handle the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I create and revoke API keys on aiimgcombiner.com?
Log in and go to Settings > API Keys to create, view, and revoke your personal keys. Revoked keys stop working immediately across both Open API and MCP.
What is the correct order to call the Open API endpoints?
Call POST /api/open/v1/upload first to upload your images and receive image IDs. Then call POST /api/open/v1/tasks/image-combine with those IDs and your preferred AI style. Finally, poll GET /api/open/v1/tasks/{taskId} until the task status is "completed" and the result URL is returned.
Do Open API and MCP share the same API key?
Yes. Both Open API REST calls and MCP tool invocations authenticate with the same API key. Revoking a key disables access for both interfaces simultaneously, so you only need one set of credentials to manage.
What is the difference between MCP and the Claude Skill?
MCP is the transport protocol that exposes upload, combine, and status tools to any compatible client. The Claude Skill is an instruction layer that teaches Claude the domain workflow — which tools to call, in what order, and how to handle results. Together, MCP provides the plumbing while the Skill provides the intelligence.
Is there a free trial for the Open API?
Every new account on aiimgcombiner.com receives free credits automatically. You can use these credits through the web UI, the Open API, or MCP — there is no separate billing for API access.
Where can I find the open-source integration template?
The public repository is available at https://github.com/tqbdrhhr88-pixel/aiimgcombiner-mcp-skill. It includes a MCP server manifest, Claude skill config, and curl examples you can use as a starting point for your own integration.