Connect Claude to Google Drive
Search, read, and organize your Google Drive files with AI assistance.
The Google Drive MCP integration lets Claude access your files, search across your documents, and help you organize your digital workspace. Instead of downloading files and uploading them to Claude, you can simply ask Claude to find and read what you need.
What You Can Do
Search Files
Find documents by name, content, or date. Ask Claude to locate files you can't remember where you saved.
Read Documents
Claude can read Google Docs, Sheets, PDFs, and text files directly from your Drive.
Organize Files
Ask Claude to suggest folder structures, identify duplicates, or help reorganize messy directories.
Cross-Reference
Search across multiple documents to find related information or compile research.
Example Commands
Basic
- "What files are in my Google Drive?"
- "Find all documents with 'Q3 report' in the name"
- "Show me files I modified this week"
Intermediate
- "Summarize the main points from my 'Project Proposal' document"
- "Find all spreadsheets related to budget and list what each one contains"
- "What documents mention [client name]?"
Advanced
- "Compare the executive summaries in my Q2 and Q3 reports"
- "Find all documents in my 'Clients' folder and create a summary of each project status"
- "Search my Drive for any contracts expiring in the next 90 days"
Setup Guide
Prerequisites
- Install the Google Drive MCP server
- Add configuration to Claude Desktop
- Authorize your Google account
- Test with a simple search
Add this to your configuration file:
{
"mcpServers": {
"google-drive": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@anthropic/mcp-server-gdrive"]
}
}
}View Complete Setup Instructions →
Security & Privacy
Important: Claude only accesses files you authorize. Your data is processed locally through the MCP server.
You can limit access to specific folders and revoke access anytime via Google account settings. Your files stay yours. Claude doesn't store your documents or use them for training.
Read our complete Security Guide →
Best Use Cases
Solopreneurs & Freelancers
- Find client files instantly
- Compile research from multiple documents
- Never lose track of important files
Teams
- Search shared drives efficiently
- Onboard new members to documentation
- Create reports from scattered files
Workflows Using Google Drive
- Document Workflow Automation — Automate organizing and reporting.
- Meeting Prep Workflow: Pull relevant docs before meetings.
- Weekly Planning: Review documents alongside calendar and email.
Works Well With
FAQ
Can Claude edit my Google Drive files?▼
Currently, the integration focuses on reading and searching. Editing capabilities depend on the specific MCP server implementation.
Can I limit which folders Claude can access?▼
Yes, you can configure access to specific folders rather than your entire Drive.
Does this work with Google Workspace/business accounts?▼
Yes, as long as your organization allows third-party app access.
What file types can Claude read?▼
Google Docs, Sheets, PDFs, and plain text files. Some formats may have limited support.
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