MCP Server Box
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MCP Server Box is a Python project that integrates with the Box API to perform various operations such as file search, text extraction, AI-based querying, and data extraction. It leverages the `box-sdk-gen` library and provides a set of tools to interact with Box files and folders.
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What is MCP Server Box?
MCP Server Box is a Python project designed to integrate with the Box API, enabling users to perform various operations on Box files and folders. It utilizes the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to standardize interactions with data sources and services, providing a robust solution for managing and processing Box data using AI and machine learning techniques.
How to use MCP Server Box?
To use MCP Server Box, you need to clone the repository, install the required dependencies using uv, configure your Box API credentials in a .env file, and then run the MCP server using the provided command. You can then use Claude as a client by configuring the claude_desktop_config.json file to point to the running MCP server.
Key features of MCP Server Box
File search with filtering
Text extraction from files
AI-based querying of files
Data extraction using AI
Folder content listing
User authentication
Use cases of MCP Server Box
Automated data extraction from Box files
AI-powered document analysis
Building custom integrations with Box
Searching and managing files in Box
Integrating Box data into AI workflows
FAQ from MCP Server Box
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a framework designed to standardize the way models interact with various data sources and services.
What are the system requirements for MCP Server Box?
What are the system requirements for MCP Server Box?
MCP Server Box requires Python 3.13 or higher and Box API credentials.
How do I install MCP Server Box?
How do I install MCP Server Box?
You can install MCP Server Box by cloning the repository, installing dependencies using uv, and configuring your Box API credentials.
How do I run the MCP server?
How do I run the MCP server?
You can run the MCP server using the command uv --directory /path-to-the-project/mcp-server-box run src/mcp_server_box.py.
How do I use Claude as a client?
How do I use Claude as a client?
You can use Claude as a client by configuring the claude_desktop_config.json file to point to the running MCP server.