Question 1

What is OneDrive MCP for Grok and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

OneDrive MCP for Grok is a connector that enables seamless integration between Microsoft OneDrive and Grok AI through the Model Context Protocol. It allows you to access, analyze, and manipulate your OneDrive files directly through natural conversation with Grok, making file management incredibly intuitive.

Question 2

How do I set up the OneDrive Connector for Grok?

Accepted Answer

Setting up the OneDrive Connector for Grok requires installing the MCP client, authenticating your Microsoft account, and configuring permissions. The process typically takes 5-10 minutes and includes OAuth authentication to ensure secure access to your OneDrive files through Grok's interface.

Question 3

Can OneDrive AI integration help me organize my files better?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! OneDrive AI integration with Grok can automatically categorize files, suggest folder structures, find duplicates, and even summarize document contents. It's like having an intelligent assistant that understands your file organization needs and helps maintain a clean, efficient workspace.

Question 4

What types of OneDrive files work with Grok MCP?

Accepted Answer

The OneDrive MCP for Grok supports most common file formats including Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, PDFs, images, and text files. It can read, analyze, and even help edit content within these files through conversational commands.

Question 5

Is my OneDrive data secure when using Grok integration?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the OneDrive Connector for Grok uses Microsoft's secure OAuth protocols and follows enterprise-grade security standards. Your files remain encrypted, and the integration only accesses what you explicitly authorize. Think of it as a secure bridge between your storage and AI.

Question 6

Can I search OneDrive files using natural language with Grok?

Accepted Answer

Definitely! OneDrive AI integration allows you to search using natural language queries like 'find my budget spreadsheet from last quarter' or 'show me presentations about marketing.' Grok understands context and can locate files based on content, not just filenames.

Question 7

What are the system requirements for OneDrive MCP?

Accepted Answer

OneDrive MCP for Grok requires a Microsoft 365 account, internet connection, and compatible MCP client. It works across Windows, Mac, and Linux systems through web browsers or desktop applications. No special hardware needed, just your existing OneDrive subscription.

Question 8

Can multiple team members use OneDrive Connector simultaneously?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the OneDrive Connector for Grok supports multi-user environments with proper permission management. Team members can collaborate on shared folders while maintaining individual access controls. It's particularly useful for document review, project coordination, and knowledge sharing workflows.

Question 9

How does OneDrive AI help with document analysis?

Accepted Answer

OneDrive AI through Grok can summarize lengthy documents, extract key insights, identify action items, and even compare versions. It's incredibly handy for processing reports, contracts, or research papers without manually reading through everything. Smart analysis meets efficient workflow.

Question 10

What troubleshooting options exist for OneDrive MCP issues?

Accepted Answer

Common OneDrive MCP for Grok issues include authentication timeouts, permission errors, and sync problems. Solutions typically involve refreshing OAuth tokens, checking Microsoft 365 admin settings, or restarting the MCP client. Most problems resolve quickly with proper configuration adjustments.

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OneDrive MCP tools

drive-copy-itemTool to copy a driveitem (file or folder) to a new location asynchronously.

drive-copy-item

drive-create-linkTool to create a sharing link for a driveitem (file or folder) by its unique id.

drive-create-link

drive-delete-itemTool to delete a driveitem (file or folder) by its unique id from the authenticated user's OneDrive.

drive-delete-item

drive-download-fileDownloads a file from a user's OneDrive using its item id, which must refer to a file and not a folder.

drive-download-file

drive-get-driveRetrieves the properties and relationships of a drive resource by its unique id.

drive-get-drive

drive-get-itemRetrieves the metadata of a driveitem by its unique id.

drive-get-item

drive-get-item-permissionsRetrieves the permissions of a driveitem by its unique id or path within a specific drive.

drive-get-item-permissions

drive-get-item-thumbnailsTool to retrieve the thumbnails associated with a driveitem.

drive-get-item-thumbnails

drive-get-item-versionsTool to retrieve the version history of a driveitem by its unique id.

drive-get-item-versions

drive-get-quotaTool to retrieve the quota information for the authenticated user's OneDrive.

drive-get-quota

drive-get-recent-itemsRetrieves a list of items that have been recently used by the authenticated user.

drive-get-recent-items

drive-get-shared-itemsTool to retrieve a list of items that have been shared with the authenticated user.

drive-get-shared-items

drive-get-sharepoint-list-itemsTool to get the items (list items) within a specific sharepoint list on a site.

drive-get-sharepoint-list-items

drive-get-site-detailsRetrieves metadata for a specific sharepoint site by its id.

drive-get-site-details

drive-get-site-page-contentGets the content of a modern sharepoint site page.

drive-get-site-page-content

drive-invite-user-to-drive-itemTool to invite users or grant permissions to a specific item in a OneDrive drive.

drive-invite-user-to-drive-item

drive-list-drive-item-activitiesTool to list recent activities for a specific item in a OneDrive drive.

drive-list-drive-item-activities

drive-list-drivesTool to retrieve a list of drive resources available to the authenticated user, or for a specific user, group, or site.

drive-list-drives

drive-list-root-drive-changesTool to list changes in the root of the user's primary drive using a delta token.

drive-list-root-drive-changes

drive-list-sharepoint-list-items-deltaTool to track changes to items in a sharepoint list using a delta query.

drive-list-sharepoint-list-items-delta

drive-list-site-columnsTool to list all column definitions for a sharepoint site.

drive-list-site-columns

drive-list-site-drive-items-deltaTool to track changes to driveitems in the default document library of a sharepoint site.

drive-list-site-drive-items-delta

drive-list-site-listsTool to list all lists under a specific sharepoint site.

drive-list-site-lists

drive-list-site-subsitesTool to list all subsites of a sharepoint site.

drive-list-site-subsites

drive-list-subscriptionsTool to list the current subscriptions for the authenticated user or app.

drive-list-subscriptions

drive-move-itemTool to move a file or folder to a new parent folder in OneDrive.

drive-move-item

drive-onedrive-create-folderCreates a new folder in the user's OneDrive, automatically renaming on conflict, optionally within a specified parent folder (by id or full path from root) which, if not the root, must exist and be accessible.

drive-onedrive-create-folder

drive-onedrive-create-text-fileCreates a new text file with specified content in a OneDrive folder, using either the folder's unique id or its absolute path (paths are automatically resolved to ids); note that OneDrive may rename or create a new version if the filename already exists.

drive-onedrive-create-text-file

drive-onedrive-find-fileNon-recursively finds an item (file or folder) in a specified OneDrive folder; if `folder` is provided as a path, it must actually exist.

drive-onedrive-find-file

drive-onedrive-find-folderFinds folders by name within an accessible parent folder in OneDrive, or lists all its direct child folders if no name is specified.

drive-onedrive-find-folder

drive-onedrive-list-itemsRetrieves all files and folders as `driveitem` resources from the root of a specified user's OneDrive, automatically handling pagination.

drive-onedrive-list-items

drive-onedrive-upload-fileUploads a file to a specified OneDrive folder, automatically renaming on conflict and supporting large files via chunking.

drive-onedrive-upload-file

drive-preview-drive-itemGenerates or retrieves a short-lived embeddable url for a preview of a specific item.

drive-preview-drive-item

drive-search-itemsSearches for driveitems in OneDrive that match the specified query.

drive-search-items

drive-update-drive-item-metadataTool to update the metadata of a specific item (file or folder) in OneDrive.

drive-update-drive-item-metadata

drive-base-triggerTriggers when a new folder is created in OneDrive.

drive-base-trigger

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