google-docs-mcp

google-docs-mcp

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The Ultimate Google Docs MCP Server enhances interaction between Claude Desktop and Google Docs using the Model Context Protocol. It provides tools for document management and formatting, ensuring secure access through OAuth 2.0 authentication.

Ultimate Google Docs MCP Server

Connect Claude Desktop (or other MCP clients) to your Google Docs!

🔥 Check out you can accomplish with this enhanced server!

This enhanced server uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to provide comprehensive tools for reading, writing, formatting, and structuring Google Documents. It acts as a powerful bridge, allowing AI assistants like Claude to interact with your documents.

Features:

Document Access

  • Read Documents: Read content in various formats
  • Append to Documents: Add text
  • Insert Text: Place text at specific positions
  • Delete Content: Remove content

Formatting & Styling

  • Text Formatting: Apply styling
  • Paragraph Formatting: Control layout
  • Find & Format: Format by content

Document Structure

  • Tables: Create tables
  • Page Breaks: Insert breaks
  • Experimental Features: Automatic list detection

Integration

  • Google Authentication: Secure OAuth 2.0
  • MCP Compliant: Designed for MCP clients

Prerequisites

  • Node.js and npm
  • Git
  • A Google Account
  • Command Line Familiarity
  • Claude Desktop (Optional)

Setup Instructions

Step 1: Google Cloud Project & Credentials

  1. Go to Google Cloud Console
  2. Create or Select a Project
  3. Enable APIs
  4. Configure OAuth Consent Screen
  5. Create Credentials
  6. Download the Credentials File

Step 2: Get the Server Code

  1. Clone the Repository
  2. Navigate into Directory
  3. Place Credentials

Step 3: Install Dependencies

Step 4: Build the Server Code

Step 5: First Run & Google Authorization

Step 6: Configure Claude Desktop (Optional)

Usage with Claude Desktop

  • "Use the google-docs-mcp server to read the document."
  • Advanced Usage Examples: Text Styling, Paragraph Styling, Table Creation, Legacy Formatting

Security & Token Storage

  • .gitignore: Prevents committing sensitive files
  • Token Storage: Store tokens securely

Troubleshooting

  • Claude Error: Check paths and build status
  • Google Error: Verify APIs and test users