Dropbox Paper Connector for AI agents.
12 live capabilities
Manage collaborative documents and team workspaces through natural conversation.
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Why people use Dropbox Paper
Organize Dropbox Paper Documents and Team Workspaces Faster
This Connector changes that by bringing your Dropbox Paper library into your primary workspace. Instead of digging through folders, you just tell your agent what you're looking for. It handles the heavy lifting of finding content and moving files around while you stay focused on the work.
What Vinkius changes
You get a searchable, manageable document library that your AI can interact with directly.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Drafting a Strategy
A writer asks the agent to create a 'Q4 Strategy' doc with markdown notes, then asks it to move that doc to the 'Drafts' folder.
- Real-world use case 02
Finding Meeting Notes
A manager asks the agent to search for 'budget' across all Paper docs to find the most recent notes.
- Real-world use case 03
Cleaning Up Workspace
An admin asks the agent to list all shared links to find and remove old public access to a project.
Complete set · 12capabilities
The complete Dropbox Paper capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Dropbox Paper.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 12 available through Dropbox Paper.
- 01 Capability
Delete file
Permanently remove a document or file from your Dropbox. Use this to clean up old drafts and free up space.
- 02 Capability
List shared folders
See a list of all folders you've shared or that have been shared with you. Use this to audit your team's access levels.
- 03 Capability
Create folder
Create a new folder at a specific path in your Dropbox. This helps you organize your workspace into logical sections.
- 04 Capability
Get account
See the profile details of the currently authenticated Dropbox account. It's useful for verifying your current permissions.
05—08
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 12 available through Dropbox Paper.
- 05 Capability
Get space usage
Check how much storage space you've used and what your limit is. This keeps you from running out of room unexpectedly.
- 06 Capability
List shared links
View all the public and private links you've created for files or folders. It's a great way to track what's accessible.
- 07 Capability
List files continue
Grab the next batch of files when a folder contains a huge amount of content. This ensures you don't miss any documents.
- 08 Capability
Search files
Find specific content across all your Paper documents using full-text search. This is the fastest way to locate buried info.
09—12
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 12 available through Dropbox Paper.
- 09 Capability
Get metadata
Get the technical details like IDs and hashes for a specific file or document. This is helpful for advanced organization.
- 10 Capability
Create document
Generate a new Paper document using your own markdown content. It lets you turn notes into rendered docs instantly.
- 11 Capability
List files
Browse the contents of any specific Dropbox folder to find what you need. Use this to see what's inside a directory.
- 12 Capability
Move file
Change the location or the name of an existing file or Paper document. This makes it easy to keep your file structure organized.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Dropbox Paper to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Dropbox Paper from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_F1BW9c6nR0jLJcjySDqWCBuWRHi5iItWUpwYJx2B/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Dropbox Paper, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Dropbox Paper for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_F1BW9c6nR0jLJcjySDqWCBuWRHi5iItWUpwYJx2B/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Dropbox Paper URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Dropbox Paper in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"dropbox-paper": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_F1BW9c6nR0jLJcjySDqWCBuWRHi5iItWUpwYJx2B/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Dropbox Paper
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Dropbox Paper, help me...". 12 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"dropbox-paper": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_F1BW9c6nR0jLJcjySDqWCBuWRHi5iItWUpwYJx2B/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Dropbox Paper
Ask Copilot: "Using Dropbox Paper, help me...". 12 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"dropbox-paper": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_F1BW9c6nR0jLJcjySDqWCBuWRHi5iItWUpwYJx2B/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Dropbox Paper
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Dropbox Paper, help me...". 12 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"dropbox-paper": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_F1BW9c6nR0jLJcjySDqWCBuWRHi5iItWUpwYJx2B/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Dropbox Paper
Ask Cline: "Using Dropbox Paper, help me...". 12 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add dropbox-paper --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_F1BW9c6nR0jLJcjySDqWCBuWRHi5iItWUpwYJx2B/mcp" - Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Dropbox Paper
Ask Claude: "Using Dropbox Paper, show me...". 12 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Dropbox Paper can move forward.
This is for the content creator who's tired of digging through dozens of drafts and the project manager who needs to find team notes in seconds.
Content Creator
Writes long-form pieces and uses the agent to turn rough markdown outlines into polished Paper documents.
Project Manager
Searches for project updates and manages shared permissions across a wide range of team docs.
Operations Lead
Maintains a clean workspace by moving files and auditing shared links to ensure security.
Developer
Tests markdown rendering logic and verifies how documents are structured within the Paper ecosystem.
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Before you connect
Questions about Dropbox Paper.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Dropbox Paper MCP create new documents for me?
Yes, it can create new documents directly from your markdown notes. You just provide the content in your prompt, and the Connector handles the creation.
Can I search for specific text inside my Paper docs?
Yes, it performs full-text searches across your entire Paper library. This makes it easy to find specific information buried in your documents.
Does this Connector let me organize my folders?
Yes, you can use it to move, rename, or create new folders. This helps you keep your workspace clean and well-structured without opening a browser.
How do I manage shared links with this?
It can list all your shared links so you can audit who has access to what. It's a great way to manage permissions across your team's workspace.
Can it tell me how much storage I have left?
Yes, it can check your current storage usage and quota in your Dropbox account instantly, so you can stay on top of your limits.
Does it work with markdown?
Yes, it handles markdown boundaries to create rendered Paper artifacts. You can provide raw markdown and the agent will handle the rest.
Can my agent create a new Paper document with Markdown content?
Yes. Use the 'create_document' capability. Provide the destination path and your Markdown text. The agent will parse the boundaries and generate a rendered '.paper' artifact in your Dropbox account.
How do I search across all my Paper documents via chat?
Use the 'search_files' capability. It executes deep full-text indexing queries specifically filtering for '.paper' files, allowing you to find content across your entire workspace through natural language.
Can I move a Paper document to a different folder through the agent?
Absolutely. Use the 'move_file' capability. Provide the current 'from_path' and the new 'to_path'. The agent will transmit a logical atomic operation to relocate the document safely while maintaining its unique ID.
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