Shimo Docs MCP Server for Claude Code 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Shimo Docs as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime — ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via the Vinkius.
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# Your Vinkius token — get it at cloud.vinkius.com
claude mcp add shimo-docs --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Shimo Docs MCP Server
Empower your AI agent to orchestrate your collaborative workflow with Shimo Docs, the leading professional office suite in China. By connecting Shimo Docs to your agent, you transform complex document management and team collaboration into a natural conversation. Your agent can instantly list your files, create new collaborative documents, import external content, and even export your work into multiple formats without you ever needing to navigate the web interface. Whether you are managing complex project documentation or financial spreadsheets, your agent acts as a real-time collaborative assistant, keeping your files organized and your team aligned.
Claude Code registers Shimo Docs as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly — ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Shimo Docs data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Document Orchestration — List all accessible documents, sheets, and presentations across your workspace.
- File Management — Create, retrieve, and delete files with full support for collaborative metadata.
- Import & Export — Seamlessly import external content and export Shimo documents into standard formats like docx and pdf.
- Folder Organization — Browse folder structures and manage file locations efficiently.
- Administrative Insights — List organization users and monitor audit logs for security and compliance.
The Shimo Docs MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Shimo Docs to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Shimo Docs MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Shimo Docs
Ask Claude: "Using Shimo Docs, show me..." — 10 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Shimo Docs MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Shimo Docs through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly — no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Shimo Docs tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Shimo Docs + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Shimo Docs MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Shimo Docs tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Shimo Docs nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Shimo Docs outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Shimo Docs status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Shimo Docs MCP Tools for Claude Code (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Shimo Docs to Claude Code via MCP:
create_file
Create a new Shimo file
export_file
Export a Shimo file
get_file
Get file details
get_folder_content
Get folder contents
get_org_info
Get organization details
import_file
Import a document into Shimo
list_audit_logs
List audit logs
list_files
List all Shimo files
list_folders
List all Shimo folders
list_users
List organization users
Example Prompts for Shimo Docs in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Shimo Docs immediately.
"List all my collaborative documents on Shimo."
"Create a new spreadsheet titled 'Q2 Expenses' in folder 'Finance'."
"Export the document 'Project Roadmap' to PDF."
Troubleshooting Shimo Docs MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Shimo Docs to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Shimo Docs + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Shimo Docs MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect Shimo Docs with your favorite client
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Connect Shimo Docs to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.