What is Box MCP for ChatGPT and how does it work?

Box MCP for ChatGPT is a Model Context Protocol connector that integrates Box cloud storage directly with ChatGPT. It allows you to access, analyze, and manage Box files through natural conversation, enabling seamless AI-powered document workflows without switching between platforms.

How do I set up the Box Connector for ChatGPT?

Setting up the Box Connector for ChatGPT requires installing the MCP client, configuring your Box API credentials, and establishing the connection through Ravenala's interface. The process typically takes 5-10 minutes and includes authentication steps to ensure secure access to your files.

Is Box AI integration secure for sensitive business documents?

Yes, Box AI integration maintains enterprise-grade security through encrypted connections, OAuth authentication, and permission-based access controls. Your Box files remain in their original location with existing security policies intact, while AI processing follows strict data protection protocols.

Can I analyze multiple Box files simultaneously with ChatGPT?

Absolutely! The Box MCP for ChatGPT supports batch file analysis, allowing you to process multiple documents, spreadsheets, or presentations in a single conversation. This is perfect for comparing contracts, summarizing meeting notes, or analyzing data across various files.

What file types does the Box Connector support?

The Box Connector for ChatGPT supports all major file formats including PDFs, Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, text files, and images. It can extract text, analyze content, and even process data from complex document structures.

How does Box AI differ from native ChatGPT file uploads?

Box AI integration offers persistent access to your entire Box library, maintains file organization, supports larger files, and preserves collaborative workflows. Unlike temporary ChatGPT uploads, your Box files remain accessible across sessions with full version history and sharing capabilities.

Can teams collaborate on Box files through ChatGPT?

Yes! The Box MCP enables team collaboration by allowing multiple users to interact with shared Box files through ChatGPT. Team members can analyze documents, generate summaries, create reports, and maintain project continuity while respecting existing Box permissions and access controls.

Does the Box Connector work with Box's folder structure?

The Box Connector for ChatGPT fully respects your existing folder organization and allows navigation through your Box directory structure via natural language commands. You can specify folders, search across directories, and maintain your established file organization system.

What are the main use cases for Box AI integration?

Popular Box AI use cases include document summarization, contract analysis, data extraction from spreadsheets, report generation, meeting note compilation, and automated content creation. It's particularly powerful for legal, finance, and project management workflows requiring document intelligence.

Are there usage limits for the Box MCP connector?

Usage limits depend on your Box plan and API quotas. Most business accounts can handle hundreds of API calls per hour, supporting extensive document processing. The connector efficiently manages requests to optimize performance while staying within Box's rate limits.

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add-classification-to-fileAdds a classification to a file by specifying the label of the classification to add.

add-classification-to-file

add-classification-to-folderAdds a classification to a folder by specifying the label of the classification to add.

add-classification-to-folder

add-domain-to-list-of-allowed-collaboration-domainsCreates a new entry in the list of allowed domains to allow collaboration for.

add-domain-to-list-of-allowed-collaboration-domains

add-initial-classificationsWhen an enterprise does not yet have any classifications, this API call initializes the classification template with an initial set of classifications.

add-initial-classifications

add-or-update-user-avatarAdds or updates a user avatar.

add-or-update-user-avatar

add-shared-link-to-fileAdds a shared link to a file.

add-shared-link-to-file

add-shared-link-to-folderAdds a shared link to a folder.

add-shared-link-to-folder

add-shared-link-to-web-linkAdds a shared link to a web link.

add-shared-link-to-web-link

add-user-to-groupCreates a group membership.

add-user-to-group

apply-watermark-to-fileApplies or update a watermark on a file.

apply-watermark-to-file

apply-watermark-to-folderApplies or update a watermark on a folder.

apply-watermark-to-folder

ask-questionSends an ai request to supported llms and returns an answer specifically focused on the user's question given the provided context.

ask-question

assign-legal-hold-policyAssign a legal hold to a file, file version, folder, or user.

assign-legal-hold-policy

assign-retention-policyAssigns a retention policy to an item.

assign-retention-policy

assign-storage-policyCreates a storage policy assignment for an enterprise or user.

assign-storage-policy

assign-taskAssigns a task to a user.

assign-task

authorize-userAuthorize a user by sending them through the [Box](https://Box.

authorize-user

cancel-box-sign-requestCancels a sign request.

cancel-box-sign-request

change-shield-information-barrier-statusChange status of shield information barrier with the specified id.

change-shield-information-barrier-status

commit-upload-sessionClose an upload session and create a file from the uploaded chunks.

commit-upload-session

copy-fileCreates a copy of a file.

copy-file

copy-file-requestCopies an existing file request that is already present on one folder, and applies it to another folder.

copy-file-request

copy-folderCreates a copy of a folder within a destination folder.

copy-folder

create-ai-agentCreates an ai agent.

create-ai-agent

create-box-sign-requestCreates a signature request.

create-box-sign-request

create-box-skill-cards-on-fileApplies one or more Box skills metadata cards to a file.

create-box-skill-cards-on-file

create-collaborationAdds a collaboration for a single user or a single group to a file or folder.

create-collaboration

create-commentAdds a comment by the user to a specific file, or as a reply to an other comment.

create-comment

create-email-aliasAdds a new email alias to a user account.

create-email-alias

create-folderCreates a new empty folder within the specified parent folder.

create-folder

create-folder-lockCreates a folder lock on a folder, preventing it from being moved and/or deleted.

create-folder-lock

create-groupCreates a new group of users in an enterprise.

create-group

create-jobs-to-terminate-user-group-sessionValidates the roles and permissions of the group, and creates asynchronous jobs to terminate the group's sessions.

create-jobs-to-terminate-user-group-session

create-jobs-to-terminate-users-sessionValidates the roles and permissions of the user, and creates asynchronous jobs to terminate the user's sessions.

create-jobs-to-terminate-users-session

create-legal-hold-policyCreate a new legal hold policy.

create-legal-hold-policy

create-metadata-cascade-policyCreates a new metadata cascade policy that applies a given metadata template to a given folder and automatically cascades it down to any files within that folder.

create-metadata-cascade-policy

create-metadata-instance-on-fileApplies an instance of a metadata template to a file.

create-metadata-instance-on-file

create-metadata-instance-on-folderApplies an instance of a metadata template to a folder.

create-metadata-instance-on-folder

create-metadata-templateCreates a new metadata template that can be applied to files and folders.

create-metadata-template