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About Google Docs

Google Docs is a free, web-based word processor developed by Google, allowing users to create, edit, and collaborate on documents in real-time. Key features include:
  • Real-Time Collaboration: Multiple users can work on a document simultaneously, with changes reflected instantly.
  • Cloud-Based Access: Documents are stored in Google Drive, ensuring access from any device with internet connectivity.
  • Version History: Track and revert to previous versions of a document.
  • Offline Editing: With the Google Docs Offline extension, users can edit documents without an internet connection.
  • Compatibility: Supports various file formats, including Microsoft Word (.docx), and allows exporting to formats like PDF.

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Authentication Options

Below are possible authentication options you can choose:
The simplest way to connect Google Docs is by using xpander.ai’s built-in authentication:
  1. Go to the Connectors section in the sidebar of your xpander.ai dashboard.
  2. Select Google Docs from the available integrations.
  3. Click Sign in with Google Docs.
  4. Grant xpander.ai permission to access your account.
  5. Your Google Docs integration is now ready to use.
This method is recommended for most users. xpander.ai securely manages your OAuth tokens without exposing any credentials.

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Integration of Google Docs into AI Agent

Once you’ve configured your Google Docs account with the authentication option(s) described above, you can integrate it into your AI agent with xpander.ai:
  1. Go to the + sign located in the top right of the graph visualization of your xpander.ai agent.
  2. Select Connectors.
  3. Choose Google Docs with the same Interface name you configured in the previous section (e.g., xpander-google-docs).
  4. Select the available Google Docs operations that suit your use case.
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Expose Google Docs as MCP Server

Alternatively, you can also expose your Google Docs account as an MCP server. To do so:
  1. Go to the Connectors section in the sidebar of your xpander.ai dashboard.
  2. Select Google Docs with the same Interface name you configured in the previous section (e.g., xpander-google-docs).
  3. Click MCP Configuration.
  4. Enter the MCP configuration into the appropriate settings of the client app you want to use (e.g., Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Desktop, etc.).
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AI Agent Google Docs Prompt Library

Below are possible prompts or use cases you can try after integrating Google Docs into your xpander AI agent: 
Can you create a new document titled {document_title} for our {project_name} project?

Can you update the text style in document {document_name} to {style_type} for {section_name}?

Can you update the section formatting in document {document_name} for {chapter_name}?

Can you create a new document for {meeting_date} and apply {font_style} to its text?