How to integrate Box with Adalo?

Discover the easiest way to connect Box with Adalo, making file storage and management within your app a breeze. Follow our detailed guide to get started fast.

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Overview

Connecting Box with Adalo can really boost your app by adding cloud storage, managing documents, and teamwork features. This involves using Box's APIs to communicate with Adalo's no-code app builder. Setting up this link lets you expand what your Adalo apps can do—like letting users upload, store, and manage files right in the app.

First off, you'll need to set up Box API credentials. Then, configure the Box API in Adalo. Finally, design the app parts to work with Box services. Get these steps down, and you've got a smooth integration that uses both platforms’ strengths.

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How to integrate Box with Adalo?

Step 1: Create Box Account

Head over to box.com and sign up for an account.
Just follow the prompts to get everything set up.

Step 2: Set Up a Box Application

Log in to your Box account.
Navigate to the developer console by going to https://account.box.com/login.
Click on Create New App.
Choose Custom App and hit Next.
Pick OAuth 2.0 with JWT (Server Authentication) and click Next.
Fill in the app details like the name, and then click Create App.

Step 3: Generate API Keys

After creating the app, go to the Configuration section.
Scroll down to App Settings and find your Client ID and Client Secret.
Make a note of these details; you'll need them for Adalo integration.

Step 4: Set Up OAuth 2.0 Redirect URI

In the OAuth 2.0 Redirect URI section, add the URI where Box will redirect after authentication. Adalo will provide this URI.

Step 5: Configure Webhook for Real-time Updates (Optional)

If you need real-time updates, go to the Webhooks section in the configuration settings.
Set up a webhook to your backend or a specific URL that Adalo gives you.

Step 6: Log In to Adalo

Sign in to your Adalo account at adalo.com.
Create a new app or open an existing one where you want to integrate Box.

Step 7: Add Custom Action in Adalo

In Adalo, go to Database.
Click on Integrations.
Add a Custom Action by clicking + New Collection or + New Custom Action.
Set the API Base URL using the Box API endpoint (https://api.box.com/2.0).

Step 8: Configure Authentication in Adalo

Under Auth Type, choose OAuth 2.0.
Enter the Client ID and Client Secret you got from the Box app.
Add the redirect URI provided by Box in Adalo's OAuth settings.

Step 9: Set Up Actions and Fields

Define the actions you want to perform with Box like Upload File, Download File, or List Folders.
Map the appropriate fields from the Box API to your Adalo application.

Step 10: Test the Integration

Test the Box actions within your Adalo app to make sure the data flows correctly.
Authenticate with Box through the app, and check if data is accurately being uploaded or fetched.

Step 11: Publish Your Changes

Once everything is successfully tested, publish the app.
Now your Adalo app is integrated with Box, and you can manage files directly.

Following these steps will ensure that Box is properly integrated with Adalo, allowing for seamless file storage and retrieval within your application.

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