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 facilitate seamless integration with the Box API, enabling efficient and scalable operations on Box files and folders. It leverages the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to standardize interactions with data sources and services, providing a robust and flexible solution for managing and processing Box data using advanced AI and machine learning techniques.
How to use MCP Server Box?
To use MCP Server Box, you need to clone the repository, install the dependencies using uv, configure your Box API credentials in a .env file, and then run the server using the provided command. You can then integrate it with clients like Claude or Cursor by configuring the MCP server settings in their respective configuration files.
Key features of MCP Server Box
File search with filtering options
Text extraction from Box files
AI-based querying of file content
Data extraction using AI
Folder management (create, update, delete)
File upload and download
User authentication and authorization
Use cases of MCP Server Box
Automated data extraction from Box files
AI-powered search and analysis of Box content
Integration of Box data with other applications
Building custom workflows for managing Box files and folders
FAQ from MCP Server Box
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
MCP is a framework designed to standardize the way models interact with various data sources and services.
What are the system requirements?
What are the system requirements?
Python 3.13 or higher and Box API credentials (Client ID, Client Secret, etc.)
How do I configure the Box API credentials?
How do I configure the Box API credentials?
Create a .env file in the root directory and add your Box API credentials (BOX_CLIENT_ID, BOX_CLIENT_SECRET).
How do I run the tests?
How do I run the tests?
Update the file and folder IDs in the test files to match files in your Box account, then run pytest in the command line.
How do I integrate this with Claude or Cursor?
How do I integrate this with Claude or Cursor?
Edit the configuration file for Claude or Cursor and add the MCP server details, including the command and arguments to run the server.