# Zoho WorkDrive MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Zoho WorkDrive lets you manage your entire cloud storage system through your AI agent. You can organize folders, handle permissions, and share files with external partners without leaving your chat window. It turns your file storage into a conversational workspace where you can move, rename, and monitor team activity in real-time. ## Overview - **Category:** industry-titans - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/undefined/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** file-management, team-folders, cloud-storage, permission-management, content-collaboration, file-sharing ## Description Zoho WorkDrive lets you manage your entire cloud storage system through your AI agent. You can organize folders, handle permissions, and share files with external partners without leaving your chat window. It turns your file storage into a conversational workspace where you can move, rename, and monitor team activity in real-time. Imagine you're in the middle of a project and need to grab a specific folder, rename a few assets, and send a secure link to a client. Usually, this means opening a browser, navigating through nested directories, and hunting for the right share settings. With this Connector, you just tell your agent what to do. It handles the heavy lifting of navigating your Zoho WorkDrive storage. You can ask it to show you what your team has been working on lately or check who has access to a sensitive document. It makes managing a messy digital workspace feel like having a personal assistant who knows exactly where every file lives. Since Vinkius hosts this, you can plug it into your existing workflow and stop wasting time on manual file management. It's about getting things done instead of clicking through menus. You can move from a state of digital clutter to a cleaner workspace where your agent handles the navigation, you just provide the directions. ## Tools ### list_recent_files See the files that were recently accessed or modified. Track what your team is doing now. ### create_folder Create a new folder in your storage. This lets you organize new projects instantly. ### create_share_link Generate a new share link for external use. Use this to send secure files to clients. ### get_my_profile Get details about your current user profile. Use this to see your own account status. ### list_files List all files and folders in a directory. See your entire storage structure at a glance. ### list_file_permissions See the current permissions for a specific file. Use this to audit who can access data. ### list_share_links List all active external share links. Keep track of every link you've sent out. ### list_teams See all the teams in your organization. Get a high-level view of your company structure. ### delete_file Delete a file or folder from your account. This helps you keep your workspace clean. ### get_file_metadata Retrieve metadata for a specific file or folder. Check file details without opening them. ### list_team_folders List all folders in your team workspaces. See all shared areas in one view. ### rename_file Rename a file or folder to your desired name. Update your folder names quickly. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Create a new folder for the 'Summer Campaign' and tell me what's in it. ``` **Response:** ``` I've created the **Summer Campaign** folder in your root directory. Here is the current content of that folder: - Project_Brief.pdf - Budget_Draft.xlsx - Creative_Assets_Folder ``` **Prompt:** ``` Who has access to the 'Internal_Strategy' folder? ``` **Response:** ``` I checked the permissions for the **Internal_Strategy** folder. Here is the access list: | User / Group | Permission Level | | :--- | :--- | | Sarah Jenkins | Admin | | Marketing Team | Editor | | External_Consultants | Viewer | ``` **Prompt:** ``` Show me the files my team has been working on today. ``` **Response:** ``` Here are the files your team has accessed or modified in the last 24 hours: * **Q4_Roadmap.docx** (Modified 2 hours ago) * **Client_Feedback_Log.csv** (Accessed 5 hours ago) * **Team_Meeting_Notes.txt** (Modified 8 hours ago) ``` ## Capabilities ### Create new folders Instantly generate new directories for specific projects or categories. ### Generate share links Produce secure, external links for sharing files with people outside your organization. ### Delete files Remove old versions or unnecessary documents from your storage permanently. ### View file metadata Check details like file size, type, and dates without opening the actual document. ### Check user profile See who is currently logged in or view your own account details. ### List storage contents See every file and folder in a specific directory at a glance. ### Manage permissions See who can view or edit specific files and adjust those rights. ### Track recent activity See which files your team members have opened or modified recently. ### Manage team folders Access and organize shared workspaces for different departments. ### Rename assets Change the names of files or folders to keep your storage organized. ## Use Cases ### Sharing drafts with external vendors A content manager needs to send a draft to a freelancer. They ask the agent to create a share link for 'Draft_v2.pdf' and send it. ### Auditing folder access An admin needs to check if the marketing team has access to the budget. They ask the agent to list permissions for the 'Q4_Budget' folder. ### Tracking daily team activity A project lead wants to see what's been updated today. They ask the agent to list recent files to see the latest work. ### Onboarding new team members A new employee joins the team. The manager asks the agent to create a 'New Hire Onboarding' folder and list the team folders. ## Benefits - Stop hunting through folders by using list_files to see everything in one view. - Share files faster with create_share_link to send secure links to clients instantly. - Keep your workspace clean by using rename_file and delete_file to stay organized. - Monitor team progress with list_recent_files to see what's being worked on right now. - Secure your data by using list_file_permissions to audit who has access to what. - Organize departments easily with list_team_folders to manage multiple workspaces. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a conversational interface for your entire cloud storage. 1. Subscribe to this Connector on Vinkius and get your credentials. 2. Add your Zoho API Console Client ID and Secret to your configuration. 3. Complete the OAuth 2.0 flow to link your account. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can I use Zoho WorkDrive to share files with people outside my company?** Yes. You can ask your agent to generate secure external share links for any file, making it easy to distribute documents to clients or partners. **How does this help me manage my team's folders?** It allows you to view, list, and organize team workspaces and folders through natural conversation, helping you keep shared areas organized without manual navigation. **Can my AI agent see which files were recently updated?** Yes, your agent can monitor recent activity and list the files that have been accessed or modified recently to keep you updated on team progress. **Is it possible to rename folders without opening the Zoho website?** Absolutely. You can simply tell your agent the new name for any file or folder, and it will update the metadata for you instantly. **How do I check who has permission to see my project documents?** You can ask your agent to list the permissions for any specific folder or file. It will quickly pull the list of users and their access levels. **Can I use this to organize my cloud storage more efficiently?** Yes, by using your agent to create folders, rename assets, and manage team workspaces, you can maintain a much cleaner and more organized storage structure. **How do I obtain my Zoho WorkDrive Client ID and Secret?** Go to the [**Zoho API Console**](https://api-console.zoho.com/), register a new 'Server-based Application', and generate your credentials by providing the required redirect URI. **Can the AI agent permanently delete files from my WorkDrive?** Yes, the agent has access to the `delete_file` tool. Use it with caution as it will remove the specified file or folder from your storage.