How to Use the Dropbox Paper MCP in Claude

Q: How do I search my Dropbox Paper files inside Claude Desktop?

Use the searchfiles tool. Just ask your agent to find a specific topic, and the MCP Server will return the matching documents instantly.

Q: Can I edit an existing Dropbox Paper document with Claude Desktop?

You can create new documents with createdocument, but editing existing content is handled by moving or renaming files. Use deletefile if you need to clean up old versions.

Q: Does this work with my team's shared Dropbox Paper folders?

Yes. The listsharedfolders tool allows you to see and interact with folders shared with you. You can then list files within those spaces.

Bring your Dropbox Paper docs into Claude Desktop. Create, search, and manage files without leaving your conversation.

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Manage your docs in Claude Desktop

Stop switching windows to find your notes. Use `create_document` to draft new content directly from your chat, or rely on `list_files` to browse your existing folders. Everything stays synced. When you need to reorganize, `move_file` handles the heavy lifting while you keep your flow going.

Full-text search for Dropbox Paper

Find exactly what you need with `search_files`. It scans your entire library of Paper docs and returns the most relevant results to your agent. Get deep context with `get_metadata` to verify file dates or authors. It turns your scattered documents into a searchable, structured knowledge base.

Monitor your storage space

Check your account status without opening the Dropbox dashboard. Use `get_space_usage` to see how much room you have left for new projects. It keeps you informed about your account limits. Use `get_account` to verify your profile details and ensure your agent is connected to the right workspace.

Setup guide

Set up Dropbox Paper 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 Dropbox Paper 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 Dropbox Paper 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 dropbox-paper-mcp.

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

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Common questions about Dropbox Paper MCP in Claude Desktop

Use the `search_files` tool. Just ask your agent to find a specific topic, and the MCP Server will return the matching documents instantly.

You can create new documents with `create_document`, but editing existing content is handled by moving or renaming files. Use `delete_file` if you need to clean up old versions.

Yes. This MCP Server uses your authorized token to interact with Dropbox. Data is encrypted in transit and never stored on our servers.

Yes. The `list_shared_folders` tool allows you to see and interact with folders shared with you. You can then list files within those spaces.

Nothing. Removing the integration simply disconnects the tool. Your files remain safe and accessible through the standard Dropbox web interface.

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