# How to integrate Better proposals MCP with Codex ```json { "title": "How to integrate Better proposals MCP with Codex", "toolkit": "Better proposals", "toolkit_slug": "better_proposals", "framework": "Codex", "framework_slug": "codex", "url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/codex", "markdown_url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/codex.md", "updated_at": "2026-05-12T10:02:53.728Z" } ``` ## Introduction Codex is one of the most popular coding harnesses out there. And MCP makes the experience even better. With Better proposals MCP integration, you can draft, triage, summarise emails, and much more, all without leaving the terminal or the app, whichever you prefer. ## 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 Code](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-code) - [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-cowork) - [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 ### Why use Composio? Apart from a managed and hosted MCP server, you will get: - CodeAct: A dedicated workbench that allows GPT to write its code to handle complex tool chaining. Reduces to-and-fro with LLMs for frequent tool calling. - Large tool responses: Handle them to minimise 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 GPTs aren't overwhelmed by tools you don't need. ## Connect Better proposals to Codex ### How to install Better proposals MCP in Codex ### Run the setup command Run this command in your terminal to add the Composio MCP server to Codex. ```bash codex mcp add composio --url https://connect.composio.dev/mcp ``` ## 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 provides comprehensive access to Better proposals operations through Composio. Once connected, you can perform all major Better proposals actions directly from Codex using natural language commands. ## Complete Code None listed. ## Conclusion ### Conclusion You've successfully integrated Better proposals with Codex using Composio's MCP server. Now you can interact with Better proposals directly from your terminal, VS Code, or the Codex App using natural language commands. Key benefits of this setup: - Seamless integration across CLI, VS Code, and standalone app - Natural language commands for Better proposals operations - Managed authentication through Composio - Access to 20,000+ tools across 1000+ apps for cross-app workflows - CodeAct workbench for complex tool chaining Next steps: - Try asking Codex to perform various Better proposals operations - Explore cross-app workflows by connecting more toolkits - Build automation scripts that leverage Codex's AI 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 Code](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-code) - [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_proposals/framework/claude-cowork) - [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. 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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 Codex? Yes, you can. Codex 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. --- [See all toolkits](https://composio.dev/toolkits) · [Composio docs](https://docs.composio.dev/llms.txt)