box-automation

Automate Box file upload, download, search, and folder management via Composio.

Updated Mar 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dr-code/beacon --skill box-automation-dr-code
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: box-automation
Source: https://github.com/dr-code/beacon/tree/main/plugins/all-skills/skills/box-automation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dr-code/beacon --skill box-automation-dr-code

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Box users often wrestle with repetitive, error-prone tasks around uploading, searching, sharing, and managing content across folders and collaborations. This Skill orchestrates Box operations through Composio's Box toolkit, reducing manual steps and ensuring consistent access controls.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Upload and download files to specified folders, including metadata and version handling.
  • Search and browse Box content by name, metadata, or type to quickly locate assets.
  • Manage folders and permissions, including creating folders, updating metadata, and generating shared links.
  • Handle collaborations and sign-related workflows, including listing, updating, and retrieving collaboration details.

Quick Start

Upload a file to a specific Box folder and set view-only permissions.

Frequently Asked Questions about box-automation

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Box file uploads and downloads to specific folders?

To automate Box file uploads and downloads, this Skill uses Composio's Box toolkit via Rube MCP to move files into specified folders and manage versions. You must call search first to resolve target folder IDs before transferring content.

Can I search Box content by metadata instead of just file name?

Yes, you can search Box content by metadata, name, or type. The Skill queries assets through the RUBE_SEARCH_TOOLS tool to locate specific items, requiring an active Box connection configured to execute the search and retrieve matching item IDs.

Does this approach need an active Box connection to manage folder permissions and shared links?

Yes, managing folder permissions and generating shared links in Box requires an active Box connection configured with Composio's Rube MCP. The Skill orchestrates folder creation, metadata updates, and collaboration access controls through this active connection.

What's the best way to handle Box collaborations and sign-related workflows programmatically?

Handling Box collaborations and sign-related workflows programmatically is done through Composio's Box toolkit. The Skill lists, updates, and retrieves collaboration details, and processes sign documents across Box accounts by calling search first to resolve IDs.

Do I need to resolve Box item IDs before uploading files or updating folder metadata?

Yes, you need to resolve Box item IDs before uploading files or updating folder metadata. The Skill requires calling search first through the RUBE_SEARCH_TOOLS tool to identify correct folder or file IDs for subsequent Box operations.