How to Use the Box MCP in Claude

Q: Can I search my Box files using Claude Desktop?

Yes. The searchcontent tool lets you filter by file type and location. It searches the contents of your documents to find exactly what you're looking for.

Q: How do I see folder details for Box in Claude Desktop?

You use the getfolderinfo tool. It returns specific metadata about your directories, giving you the context you need to move forward.

Q: Will this Box server work with my Claude Desktop setup?

It will. You just add the server configuration to your claudedesktopconfig.json file. Once you restart the app, the tools appear in your chat.

Q: Does this tool list all my enterprise users?

It does. The listusers tool pulls a list of users in your enterprise instance. You use this to verify permissions or identify collaborators.

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Manage your Box files inside Claude Desktop

Stop jumping between your browser and your chat. This MCP Server lets you use `list_folder_items` to see what’s inside your directories and `get_file_info` to check metadata directly. You’ll see exactly what you need to know about your assets without switching contexts. It keeps your workspace clean while you talk to your AI client.

Find content across your Box storage

Use `search_content` to hunt down specific documents by extension or folder structure. It scans inside your files so you don't have to remember every filename. This tool saves you the trouble of manual digging. Just ask your agent to find the report, and it pulls the right file into view.

Handle enterprise collaboration in Claude Desktop

Check who has access to your assets using `get_folder_collaborations`. It gives you a clear list of everyone involved in a project folder. You can also use `create_folder` to organize new work as it comes in. It’s a fast way to keep your team’s shared space tidy.

Setup guide

Set up Box MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Box MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Box MCP configuration

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

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under box-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Box MCP in Claude Desktop

Yes. The `search_content` tool lets you filter by file type and location. It searches the contents of your documents to find exactly what you're looking for.

You use the `get_folder_info` tool. It returns specific metadata about your directories, giving you the context you need to move forward.

It will. You just add the server configuration to your `claude_desktop_config.json` file. Once you restart the app, the tools appear in your chat.

It does. The `list_users` tool pulls a list of users in your enterprise instance. You use this to verify permissions or identify collaborators.

Vinkius handles the connection using a secure endpoint token. This MCP server only accesses the file metadata and content you explicitly ask the agent to retrieve.

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