# How to integrate Better proposals MCP with Claude Code

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  "title": "How to integrate Better proposals MCP with Claude Code",
  "toolkit": "Better proposals",
  "toolkit_slug": "better_proposals",
  "framework": "Claude Code",
  "framework_slug": "claude-code",
  "url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-code",
  "markdown_url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-code.md",
  "updated_at": "2026-05-12T10:02:53.728Z"
}
```

## Introduction

Manage your Better proposals directly from Claude Code with zero worries about OAuth hassles, API-breaking issues, or reliability and security concerns.
You can do this in two different ways:
- Via [Composio Connect](https://dashboard.composio.dev/login?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_template&utm_campaign=claude-code&utm_content=composio_connect&next=%2F~%2Forg%2Fconnect%2Fclients%2Fclaude-code) - Direct and easiest approach
- Via [Composio SDK](https://docs.composio.dev/docs?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_template&utm_campaign=claude-code&utm_content=composio_sdk) - Programmatic approach with more control

## Also integrate Better proposals with

- [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-cowork)
- [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/codex)
- [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/openclaw)
- [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/hermes-agent)
- [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/cli)
- [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/google-adk)
- [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/langchain)
- [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/ai-sdk)
- [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/mastra-ai)
- [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/llama-index)
- [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/crew-ai)

## TL;DR

- Only one MCP URL to connect multiple apps with Claude Code with zero auth hassles.
- Programmatic tool calling allows LLMs to write its code in a remote workbench to handle complex tool chaining. Reduces to-and-fro with LLMs for frequent tool calling.
- Handling Large tool responses out of LLM context to minimize context rot.
- Dynamic just-in-time access to 20,000 tools across 1000+ other Apps for cross-app workflows. It loads the tools you need, so LLMs aren't overwhelmed by tools you don't need.

## Connect Better proposals to Claude Code

### Connecting Better proposals to Claude Code using Composio
1. Add the Composio MCP to Claude

```bash
claude mcp add --scope user --transport http composio https://connect.composio.dev/mcp
```

## What is Claude Code?

Claude Code is Anthropic's command line developer tool that lets you use Claude directly inside your terminal. Instead of switching between your editor, browser, and chat, you can stay in your project folder and ask Claude to help you build, debug, refactor, and understand code right where you're working.
Key features include:
- Terminal-Native Experience: Work with Claude directly in your command line without switching contexts
- MCP Support: Built-in support for Model Context Protocol servers to extend Claude's capabilities
- Project Context: Claude understands your project structure and can read, write, and modify files
- Interactive Development: Ask questions, debug code, and get help in real-time while coding
- Multi-Platform: Works on macOS, Linux, WSL, and Windows

## What is the Better proposals MCP server, and what's possible with it?

The Better Proposals MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent and assistants like Claude, Cursor, etc directly to your Better Proposals account. It provides structured and secure access to your proposals workspace, so your agent can perform actions like creating companies, generating proposals, listing templates, and managing document types on your behalf.
- Automated proposal creation: Instruct your agent to generate new proposal covers or assemble entire proposals using customizable templates and dynamic content.
- Company and client management: Let your agent create new companies, retrieve lists of existing clients, and keep your contacts organized for faster proposal delivery.
- Template and document type selection: Ask your agent to fetch available templates and document types, helping you choose the right style and format every time.
- Quote and currency handling: Have your agent list all available quotes and supported currencies, streamlining the pricing and invoicing process for your proposals.
- Bulk data retrieval and reporting: Direct the agent to gather lists of all proposals, document types, or companies for easy review, reporting, or dashboarding.

## Supported Tools

| Tool slug | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_CREATE_COMPANY` | Create Company | Tool to create a new company. Use after confirming the company does not already exist. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_CREATE_DOCUMENT_TYPE` | Create Document Type | Tool to create a new document type. Use after confirming the desired type name does not already exist. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_CREATE_PROPOSAL_COVER` | Create Proposal Cover | Tool to create a new proposal cover design. Use when you need a custom cover design before sending out a proposal. Use after finalizing cover settings. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_ALL_COMPANIES` | Get All Companies | Tool to retrieve a paginated list of all companies. Use when listing available companies for display or selection. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_ALL_CURRENCIES` | Get All Currencies | Tool to retrieve a paginated list of all currencies. Use when listing available currency options before selection. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_ALL_DOCUMENT_TYPES` | Get All Document Types | Tool to retrieve a paginated list of all document types. Use when you need to display or select a document type ID. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_ALL_PROPOSALS` | Get All Proposals | Tool to retrieve a paginated list of all proposals. Use when you need to fetch proposals list after validating credentials. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_ALL_QUOTES` | Get All Quotes | Tool to retrieve a paginated list of all quotes. Use after setting pagination parameters. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_ALL_TEMPLATES` | Get All Templates | Tool to retrieve a paginated list of all templates. Use when you need to list available templates for selection. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_BRAND_SETTINGS` | Get Brand Settings | Tool to retrieve settings for the default brand. Use when you need default-brand configuration (colors, tax, name, etc.) before creating or customizing documents. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_COMPANY` | Get Company | Tool to retrieve details of a specific company. Use when you need company metadata by ID. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_CURRENCY` | Get Currency | Tool to retrieve details of a specific currency. Use when you need currency metadata by ID. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_NEW_PROPOSALS` | Get New Proposals | Tool to retrieve all new proposals. Use after validating credentials when you need only newly created proposals. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_OPENED_PROPOSALS` | Get Opened Proposals | Tool to retrieve all opened proposals. Use when you need proposals that recipients have opened. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_PAID_PROPOSALS` | Get Paid Proposals | Tool to retrieve all paid proposals. Use when you need to list proposals that have been paid. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_PROPOSAL` | Get Proposal | Tool to retrieve details of a specific proposal by ID. Use when you need complete proposal metadata and content. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_PROPOSAL_COUNT` | Get Proposal Count | Tool to retrieve the total count of proposals. Use when you need to know how many proposals exist. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_QUOTE` | Get Quote | Tool to retrieve details of a specific quote. Use when you need full quote data by ID. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_SENT_PROPOSALS` | Get Sent Proposals | Tool to retrieve all sent proposals. Use after dispatching proposals to clients to list them. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_SETTINGS` | Get Settings | Tool to retrieve current account settings. Use when you need default currency, tax, and timezone configuration before creating proposals. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_SIGNED_PROPOSALS` | Get Signed Proposals | Tool to retrieve all signed proposals. Use when you need to list proposals clients have signed after confirming credentials. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_GET_TEMPLATE` | Get Template Details | Tool to retrieve details of a specific template. Use after selecting the template ID to fetch metadata. |
| `BETTER_PROPOSALS_LIST_MERGE_TAGS` | List Merge Tags | Tool to retrieve custom merge tags with pagination support. Use when you need to list available merge tags for templates. |

## Supported Triggers

None listed.

## Creating MCP Server - Stand-alone vs Composio SDK

The Better proposals MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects Claude Code (and other AI assistants like Claude and Cursor) directly to your Better proposals account. It provides structured and secure access so Claude can perform Better proposals operations on your behalf.
With Composio's managed implementation, you don't have to create your own developer app. For production, if you're building an end product, we recommend using your own credentials. The managed server helps you prototype fast and go from 0-1 faster.

## Step-by-step Guide

### 1. Prerequisites

Before starting, make sure you have:
- Claude Pro, Max, or API billing enabled Anthropic account
- Composio API Key
- A Better proposals account
- Basic knowledge of Python or TypeScript

### 1. Install Claude Code

To install Claude Code, use one of the following methods based on your operating system:
```bash
# macOS, Linux, WSL
curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.sh | bash

# Windows PowerShell
irm https://claude.ai/install.ps1 | iex

# Windows CMD
curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.cmd -o install.cmd && install.cmd && del install.cmd
```

### 2. Set up Claude Code

Open a terminal, go to your project folder, and start Claude Code:
- Claude Code will open in your terminal
- Follow the prompts to sign in with your Anthropic account
- Complete the authentication flow
- Once authenticated, you can start using Claude Code
```bash
cd your-project-folder
claude
```

### 3. Set up environment variables

Create a .env file in your project root with the following variables:
- COMPOSIO_API_KEY authenticates with Composio (get it from [Composio dashboard](https://dashboard.composio.dev/login?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_template&utm_campaign=claude-code&utm_content=api_key&next=%2F~%2Forg%2Fconnect%2Fclients%2Fclaude-code))
- USER_ID identifies the user for session management (use any unique identifier)
```bash
COMPOSIO_API_KEY=your_composio_api_key_here
USER_ID=your_user_id_here
```

### 4. Install Composio library

No description provided.
```python
pip install composio-core python-dotenv
```

```typescript
npm install @composio/core dotenv
```

### 5. Generate Composio MCP URL

No description provided.
```python
import os
from composio import Composio
from dotenv import load_dotenv

load_dotenv()

COMPOSIO_API_KEY = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_API_KEY")
USER_ID = os.getenv("USER_ID")

composio_client = Composio(api_key=COMPOSIO_API_KEY)

composio_session = composio_client.create(
    user_id=USER_ID,
    toolkits=["better_proposals"],
)

COMPOSIO_MCP_URL = composio_session.mcp.url

print(f"MCP URL: {COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}")
print(f"\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:")
print(f'claude mcp add --transport http better_proposals-composio "{COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}" --headers "X-API-Key:{COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"')
```

```typescript
import 'dotenv/config';
import { Composio } from '@composio/core';

const { COMPOSIO_API_KEY, USER_ID } = process.env;

if (!COMPOSIO_API_KEY || !USER_ID) {
  throw new Error('COMPOSIO_API_KEY and USER_ID required in .env');
}

const composioClient = new Composio({ apiKey: COMPOSIO_API_KEY });

const composioSession = await composioClient.create(USER_ID, {
  toolkits: ['better_proposals'],
});

const composioMcpUrl = composioSession?.mcp.url;

console.log(`MCP URL: ${composioMcpUrl}`);
console.log(`\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:`);
console.log(`claude mcp add --transport http better_proposals-composio "${composioMcpUrl}" --headers "X-API-Key:${COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"`);
```

### 6. Run the script and copy the MCP URL

No description provided.
```python
python generate_mcp_url.py
```

```typescript
node --loader ts-node/esm generate_mcp_url.ts
# or if using tsx
tsx generate_mcp_url.ts
```

### 7. Add Better proposals MCP to Claude Code

In your terminal, add the MCP server using the command from the previous step. The command format is:
- claude mcp add registers a new MCP server with Claude Code
- --transport http specifies that this is an HTTP-based MCP server
- The server name (better_proposals-composio) is how you'll reference it
- The URL points to your Composio Tool Router session
- --headers includes your Composio API key for authentication
After running the command, close the current Claude Code session and start a new one for the changes to take effect.
```bash
claude mcp add --transport http better_proposals-composio "YOUR_MCP_URL_HERE" --headers "X-API-Key:YOUR_COMPOSIO_API_KEY"

# Then restart Claude Code
exit
claude
```

### 8. Verify the installation

Check that your Better proposals MCP server is properly configured.
- This command lists all MCP servers registered with Claude Code
- You should see your better_proposals-composio entry in the list
- This confirms that Claude Code can now access Better proposals tools
If everything is wired up, you should see your better_proposals-composio entry listed:
```bash
claude mcp list
```

### 9. Authenticate Better proposals

The first time you try to use Better proposals tools, you'll be prompted to authenticate.
- Claude Code will detect that you need to authenticate with Better proposals
- It will show you an authentication link
- Open the link in your browser (or copy/paste it)
- Complete the Better proposals authorization flow
- Return to the terminal and start using Better proposals through Claude Code
Once authenticated, you can ask Claude Code to perform Better proposals operations in natural language. For example:
- "List all proposals sent this month"
- "Create a new company profile"
- "Show available proposal templates for selection"

## Complete Code

```python
import os
from composio import Composio
from dotenv import load_dotenv

load_dotenv()

COMPOSIO_API_KEY = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_API_KEY")
USER_ID = os.getenv("USER_ID")

composio_client = Composio(api_key=COMPOSIO_API_KEY)

composio_session = composio_client.create(
    user_id=USER_ID,
    toolkits=["better_proposals"],
)

COMPOSIO_MCP_URL = composio_session.mcp.url

print(f"MCP URL: {COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}")
print(f"\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:")
print(f'claude mcp add --transport http better_proposals-composio "{COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}" --headers "X-API-Key:{COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"')
```

```typescript
import 'dotenv/config';
import { Composio } from '@composio/core';

const { COMPOSIO_API_KEY, USER_ID } = process.env;

if (!COMPOSIO_API_KEY || !USER_ID) {
  throw new Error('COMPOSIO_API_KEY and USER_ID required in .env');
}

const composioClient = new Composio({ apiKey: COMPOSIO_API_KEY });

const composioSession = await composioClient.create(USER_ID, {
  toolkits: ['better_proposals'],
});

const composioMcpUrl = composioSession?.mcp.url;

console.log(`MCP URL: ${composioMcpUrl}`);
console.log(`\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:`);
console.log(`claude mcp add --transport http better_proposals-composio "${composioMcpUrl}" --headers "X-API-Key:${COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"`);
```

## Conclusion

You've successfully integrated Better proposals with Claude Code using Composio's MCP server. Now you can interact with Better proposals directly from your terminal using natural language commands.
Key features of this setup:
- Terminal-native experience without switching contexts
- Natural language commands for Better proposals operations
- Secure authentication through Composio's managed MCP
- Tool Router for dynamic tool discovery and execution
Next steps:
- Try asking Claude Code to perform various Better proposals operations
- Add more toolkits to your Tool Router session for multi-app workflows
- Integrate this setup into your development workflow for increased productivity
You can extend this by adding more toolkits, implementing custom workflows, or building automation scripts that leverage Claude Code's capabilities.

## How to build Better proposals MCP Agent with another framework

- [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-cowork)
- [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/codex)
- [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/openclaw)
- [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/hermes-agent)
- [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/cli)
- [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/google-adk)
- [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/langchain)
- [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/ai-sdk)
- [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/mastra-ai)
- [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/llama-index)
- [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/crew-ai)

## Related Toolkits

- [Aeroleads](https://composio.dev/toolkits/aeroleads) - Aeroleads is a B2B lead generation platform for finding business emails and phone numbers. Grow your sales pipeline faster with powerful prospecting tools.
- [Autobound](https://composio.dev/toolkits/autobound) - Autobound is an AI-powered sales engagement platform that crafts hyper-personalized outreach and insights. It helps sales teams boost response rates and close more deals through tailored content and recommendations.
- [Bidsketch](https://composio.dev/toolkits/bidsketch) - Bidsketch is a proposal software that helps businesses create professional proposals quickly and efficiently. It streamlines the proposal process, saving time while boosting client win rates.
- [Bolna](https://composio.dev/toolkits/bolna) - Bolna is an AI platform for building conversational voice agents. It helps businesses automate support and streamline interactions through natural, voice-powered conversations.
- [Botsonic](https://composio.dev/toolkits/botsonic) - Botsonic is a no-code AI chatbot builder for easily creating and deploying chatbots to your website. It empowers businesses to offer conversational experiences without writing code.
- [Botstar](https://composio.dev/toolkits/botstar) - BotStar is a comprehensive chatbot platform for designing, developing, and training chatbots visually on Messenger and websites. It helps businesses automate conversations and customer interactions without coding.
- [Callerapi](https://composio.dev/toolkits/callerapi) - CallerAPI is a white-label caller identification platform for branded caller ID and fraud prevention. It helps businesses boost customer trust while stopping spam, fraud, and robocalls.
- [Callingly](https://composio.dev/toolkits/callingly) - Callingly is a lead response management platform that automates immediate call and text follow-ups with new leads. It helps sales teams boost response speed and close more deals by connecting seamlessly with CRMs and lead sources.
- [Callpage](https://composio.dev/toolkits/callpage) - Callpage is a lead capture platform that lets businesses instantly connect with website visitors via callback. It boosts lead generation and increases your sales conversion rates.
- [Clearout](https://composio.dev/toolkits/clearout) - Clearout is an AI-powered service for verifying, finding, and enriching email addresses. It boosts deliverability and helps you discover high-quality leads effortlessly.
- [Clientary](https://composio.dev/toolkits/clientary) - Clientary is a platform for managing clients, invoices, projects, proposals, and more. It streamlines client work and saves you serious admin time.
- [Convolo ai](https://composio.dev/toolkits/convolo_ai) - Convolo ai is an AI-powered communications platform for sales teams. It accelerates lead response and improves conversion rates by automating calls and integrating workflows.
- [Delighted](https://composio.dev/toolkits/delighted) - Delighted is a customer feedback platform based on the Net Promoter System®. It helps you quickly gather, track, and act on customer sentiment.
- [Docsbot ai](https://composio.dev/toolkits/docsbot_ai) - Docsbot ai is a platform that lets you build custom AI chatbots trained on your documentation. It automates customer support and content generation, saving time and improving response quality.
- [Emelia](https://composio.dev/toolkits/emelia) - Emelia is an all-in-one B2B prospecting platform for cold-email, LinkedIn outreach, and prospect research. It streamlines outbound campaigns so you can find, engage, and warm up leads faster.
- [Findymail](https://composio.dev/toolkits/findymail) - Findymail is a B2B data provider offering verified email and phone contacts for sales prospecting. Enhance outreach with automated exports, email verification, and CRM enrichment.
- [Freshdesk](https://composio.dev/toolkits/freshdesk) - Freshdesk is customer support software with ticketing and automation tools. It helps teams streamline helpdesk operations for faster, better customer support.
- [Fullenrich](https://composio.dev/toolkits/fullenrich) - FullEnrich is a B2B contact enrichment platform that aggregates emails and phone numbers from 15+ data vendors. Instantly find and verify lead contact data to boost your outreach.
- [Gatherup](https://composio.dev/toolkits/gatherup) - GatherUp is a customer feedback and online review management platform. It helps businesses boost their reputation by streamlining how they collect and manage customer feedback.
- [Getprospect](https://composio.dev/toolkits/getprospect) - Getprospect is a business email discovery tool with LinkedIn integration. Use it to quickly find and verify professional email addresses.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Better proposals MCP?

With a standalone Better proposals MCP server, the agents and LLMs can only access a fixed set of Better proposals tools tied to that server. However, with the Composio Tool Router, agents can dynamically load tools from Better proposals and many other apps based on the task at hand, all through a single MCP endpoint.

### Can I use Tool Router MCP with Claude Code?

Yes, you can. Claude Code fully supports MCP integration. You get structured tool calling, message history handling, and model orchestration while Tool Router takes care of discovering and serving the right Better proposals tools.

### Can I manage the permissions and scopes for Better proposals while using Tool Router?

Yes, absolutely. You can configure which Better proposals scopes and actions are allowed when connecting your account to Composio. You can also bring your own OAuth credentials or API configuration so you keep full control over what the agent can do.

### How safe is my data with Composio Tool Router?

All sensitive data such as tokens, keys, and configuration is fully encrypted at rest and in transit. Composio is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant and follows strict security practices so your Better proposals data and credentials are handled as safely as possible.

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