using-quip

Automate Quip document and folder management via the Quip Automation REST API.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/meriley/claude-code-skills --skill using-quip
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Skill: using-quip
Source: https://github.com/meriley/claude-code-skills/tree/main/skills/using-quip
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/meriley/claude-code-skills --skill using-quip

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines interactions with Quip, automating tasks like reading, creating, editing, and searching documents and folders, eliminating manual copy-pasting and navigation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Document Management: Read, create, edit, and append content to Quip documents.
  • Organization: Create and manage Quip folders.
  • Search: Find Quip documents based on keywords.
  • Use Case: Automatically create a new Quip document summarizing meeting notes, append action items to a project status document, or search for a specific client brief.

Quick Start

Use the using-quip skill to create a new Quip document titled "Project Kickoff Notes" with the content "## Meeting Agenda\n\n- Introductions\n- Project Goals".

Frequently Asked Questions about using-quip

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

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How do I automate Quip document creation and editing via API?

Automate Quip document management by using the Quip Automation REST API with a Bearer token. You can read, create, and edit content by extracting thread IDs from URLs and applying proper HTML formatting for content manipulation.

Can I search and organize Quip folders programmatically?

Yes, you can programmatically search and organize Quip folders using the Quip Automation REST API. It supports finding documents based on keywords and creating or managing folders to automate content organization.

Do I need a Bearer token to manage Quip documents?

Yes, a Bearer token is required for authentication to manage Quip documents. The Quip Automation REST API uses this token to authorize reading, creating, editing, and searching content within your organization.

How do I append content to an existing Quip document?

To append content to a Quip document, extract the thread ID from the document URL and use the Quip Automation REST API. You must format the new content using proper HTML before making the API request.

What's the best way to extract thread IDs for Quip API automation?

Extract thread IDs directly from Quip document URLs to use with the Quip Automation REST API. These unique identifiers are required to target specific documents for reading, editing, or appending content programmatically.