How to Use the Box MCP in Claude Code

Q: What command connects the Box MCP Server to Claude Code?

Run claude mcp add --transport http box-mcp -- in your terminal. This adds the server config to your local /.claude.json file automatically.

Q: Can Claude Code search inside my Box spreadsheets?

Yes, the terminal agent uses searchcontent to scan text inside xlsx files. It uses specific filters to focus on the exact spreadsheet data you request.

Q: How do I list root items on Box with Claude Code?

The agent passes ID "0" to listfolderitems to fetch the root directory. You will see names, sizes, and modification dates printed in your terminal.

Q: Can this tool list my enterprise users?

Yes, the listusers tool fetches your corporate user list. This helps the terminal agent map sharing permissions.

Run headless Box searches and folder audits directly from your terminal with Claude Code.

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Box MCP Server folder exploration in terminal

This Box MCP Server implements `list_folder_items` to let Claude Code list cloud assets from your terminal. SREs and backend devs can pipe folder structures directly into scripts without opening a browser. It fetches file sizes and modification dates using `get_file_info`. This allows the CLI agent to quickly identify stale documents or large assets that need archiving.

Terminal-driven deep content searches

The `search_content` tool allows Claude Code to scan the text inside your cloud-hosted PDFs and spreadsheets. You can trigger searches across ancestor folders right from your shell prompt. It filters by file extensions such as docx or xlsx. This ensures your terminal outputs are clean, showing only the exact references your script needs.

Scriptable folder creation and user audits

The `create_folder` tool executes programmatic directory setup, defaulting to the root directory "0" when no parent is specified. Claude Code builds automated pipelines that organize your log outputs or team templates. It audits folder access by running `get_folder_collaborations` and cross-referencing `list_users`. This lets you verify compliance and access controls in your deployment scripts.

Setup guide

Set up Box MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see box-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest Box transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available Box tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http box-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the Box MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "box-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Box MCP in Claude Code

Run `claude mcp add --transport http box-mcp -- ` in your terminal. This adds the server config to your local `~/.claude.json` file automatically.

Yes, the terminal agent uses `search_content` to scan text inside xlsx files. It uses specific filters to focus on the exact spreadsheet data you request.

The agent passes ID "0" to `list_folder_items` to fetch the root directory. You will see names, sizes, and modification dates printed in your terminal.

Yes, the `list_users` tool fetches your corporate user list. This helps the terminal agent map sharing permissions.

Your file contents and enterprise user lists are isolated instantly. Vinkius runs the connector inside a secure, ephemeral V8 container, ensuring no data is stored or logged.

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