Google Sheets MCP
by mkummer225
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) connector for Google Sheets that allows AI agents to interact with spreadsheets directly.
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What is Google Sheets MCP?
Google Sheets MCP is a connector that enables AI agents to directly interact with Google Sheets spreadsheets using the Model Context Protocol. It allows agents to read, write, and manipulate data within spreadsheets.
How to use Google Sheets MCP?
To use Google Sheets MCP, you need to clone the repository, install dependencies, build the project, create OAuth credentials in Google Cloud Platform, and start the MCP server. The provided sample config can be used to integrate the server into your MCP setup. The agent can then use the available actions to interact with Google Sheets by specifying the spreadsheetId or creating a new one.
Key features of Google Sheets MCP
Authentication via Google OAuth
Listing sheets within a spreadsheet
Creating new sheets and spreadsheets
Reading and writing data to specific cells, rows, or columns
Renaming sheets and spreadsheets
Use cases of Google Sheets MCP
Automated data entry and extraction
AI-powered data analysis and reporting
Integrating spreadsheets into AI workflows
Building custom spreadsheet-based applications
Programmatically managing and updating spreadsheet data
FAQ from Google Sheets MCP
How do I authenticate with Google Sheets?
How do I authenticate with Google Sheets?
You need to create OAuth credentials in Google Cloud Platform and configure the OAuth consent screen. The downloaded credentials file should be placed in the dist
subdirectory.
What actions are available?
What actions are available?
Available actions include listing sheets, creating sheets/spreadsheets, reading data, editing cells/rows/columns, inserting rows/columns, and renaming sheets/spreadsheets.
Can I use this with any AI agent?
Can I use this with any AI agent?
Yes, as long as the AI agent supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and can send requests to the Google Sheets MCP server.
How do I specify which spreadsheet to use?
How do I specify which spreadsheet to use?
You need to provide the spreadsheetId when calling the relevant actions.
What is the purpose of the refresh_auth
action?
What is the purpose of the refresh_auth
action?
The refresh_auth
action is used to re-authenticate your Google account when the credentials expire, ensuring continuous access to Google Sheets.