Google Drive Connector for AI agents.
15 live capabilities
Manage your cloud files and permissions with natural language.
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Why people use Google Drive
Google Drive for Cloud Storage Management
With this Connector, your AI agent acts as a personal librarian for your cloud storage. You can just ask it to find a file, share it with a teammate, or export it to a PDF. It handles the navigation for you, so you stay in your flow and get your work done faster.
What Vinkius changes
You get a conversational interface for your entire Google Drive storage.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Auditing team access
A manager asks who has access to the 'Q4 Strategy' folder.
- Real-world use case 02
Finding lost assets
A designer can't find a logo from 2022.
- Real-world use case 03
Quick file exporting
A content lead needs a PDF of a spreadsheet for a client.
Complete set · 15capabilities
The complete Google Drive capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Google Drive.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 15 available through Google Drive.
- 01 Capability
Copy file
Create a duplicate of an existing file. This is useful for making backups or creating working copies of shared assets.
- 02 Capability
Delete file
Move a file to the trash. This helps you clean up your workspace by removing unwanted items.
- 03 Capability
Empty trash
Permanently delete all files currently in your trash. Use this to free up storage space.
- 04 Capability
Export file
Export a Google Doc or Sheet to a format like PDF. This is perfect for sharing files outside of Google.
05—08
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 15 available through Google Drive.
- 05 Capability
Get drive about
Get info about your Drive quota and usage. Use this to see how much storage you have left.
- 06 Capability
Get file metadata
Get detailed info for a specific file. This helps you see the owner, size, and other properties.
- 07 Capability
List files
List or search for files in your Google Drive. Use this to see what's in a specific folder.
- 08 Capability
List permissions
Check who has access to a file. This is a key capability for auditing your security settings.
09—12
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 15 available through Google Drive.
- 09 Capability
List revisions
View file history and revisions. Use this to see how a document has changed over time.
- 10 Capability
Search files
Search for files using Google Drive query syntax. This is the best way to find specific files using keywords.
- 11 Capability
Update file
Modify the metadata or content of a file. Use this to keep your file information current.
- 12 Capability
Create file comment
Add a new comment to a specific file. This helps you leave notes for teammates without editing the main text.
13—15
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 15 available through Google Drive.
- 13 Capability
List file comments
View all comments on a file in one list. It's a fast way to check feedback from others.
- 14 Capability
Create file
Create a new file or folder in your Drive. This lets you build out your directory structure via chat.
- 15 Capability
Create permission
Share a file with a specific email or group. Use this to manage team access quickly.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Google Drive to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Google Drive 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_1tdEKyo0I0lyTCcCV2vpNFIB3VUx4MtczLeynOnj/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 Google Drive, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Google Drive for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1tdEKyo0I0lyTCcCV2vpNFIB3VUx4MtczLeynOnj/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 Google Drive URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Google Drive in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"google-drive": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1tdEKyo0I0lyTCcCV2vpNFIB3VUx4MtczLeynOnj/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 Google Drive
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Google Drive, help me...". 15 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"google-drive": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1tdEKyo0I0lyTCcCV2vpNFIB3VUx4MtczLeynOnj/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 Google Drive
Ask Copilot: "Using Google Drive, help me...". 15 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"google-drive": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1tdEKyo0I0lyTCcCV2vpNFIB3VUx4MtczLeynOnj/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 Google Drive
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Google Drive, help me...". 15 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"google-drive": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1tdEKyo0I0lyTCcCV2vpNFIB3VUx4MtczLeynOnj/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 Google Drive
Ask Cline: "Using Google Drive, help me...". 15 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add google-drive --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1tdEKyo0I0lyTCcCV2vpNFIB3VUx4MtczLeynOnj/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 Google Drive
Ask Claude: "Using Google Drive, show me...". 15 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Google Drive can move forward.
This is for anyone who feels buried under a mountain of cloud files. It's for the project manager who needs to share folders fast and the content creator who is tired of manual exporting.
Project Manager
Uses this to quickly audit folder permissions and share new project assets with team members on a Tuesday afternoon.
Content Creator
Uses this to find old assets and export them into PDFs for client delivery without opening a browser.
Operations Lead
Uses this to clean up messy shared drives and manage storage quotas across the department.
Build the capability set
Add more capabilities.
Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.
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Zoho WorkDrive
Manage files, folders, and team workspaces via Zoho WorkDrive directly from your AI agent.
Files.com
Sync, share, and automate file workflows across teams with secure cloud storage that integrates with your existing capabilities.
Tencent Docs
Collaborative office workspace by Tencent. manage documents, sheets, and slides via AI.
Bring your own AI
Change the model, client or framework. Keep Google Drive connected.
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Vercel AI SDK
Before you connect
Questions about Google Drive.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Google Drive MCP see my private files?
Yes, it can see your files, but only after you complete the secure Google OAuth authorization flow. You maintain full control over what the agent can access.
Does the Google Drive MCP delete files permanently?
No, the delete capability moves files to your trash first. You have to specifically tell the agent to empty the trash to remove them permanently.
Can I use the Google Drive MCP to find specific PDFs?
Yes, you can use natural language to find files by type, name, or date. It's much faster than manual searching through your folders.
How do I share a folder using the Google Drive MCP?
You can simply ask your agent to share a folder with a specific email address. It will handle the permission settings for you automatically.
Does the Google Drive MCP support exporting to PDF?
Yes, it can export Google Docs and Sheets to several formats including PDF and CSV. This is great for sharing files outside of the Google ecosystem.
Can I see the history of a file with the Google Drive MCP?
Yes, you can use the revision capability to see how a file has changed over time. It's a great way to track the evolution of your documents.
Is the Google Drive MCP secure for work?
Yes, it uses the standard Google OAuth flow, which means you don't have to share your password with the AI. It's a secure way to connect your cloud storage.
Can I search for files by their content, not just their name?
Yes! The list_files capability uses Google Drive's powerful search engine. You can use queries like 'fullText contains "marketing plan"' to find files based on the text inside them.
How do I share a file with someone using the AI agent?
Use the create_permission capability. You just need to provide the File ID, the person's email address, and the role you want to grant (e.g., 'reader', 'commenter', or 'writer').
Can I export a Google Sheet to a PDF through the chat?
Yes. The export_file capability allows you to specify a Google Doc/Sheet/Slide ID and a target MIME type like application/pdf. The agent will initiate the export for you.
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Give your agent a direct line to Google Drive.
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