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Remote Retrieval integration for Claude and Codex

Create a Remote Retrieval connection, then control which Spaces can use its approved tools and data without pasting credentials into prompts or threads.

Use Remote Retrieval from Claude

Add the Remote Retrieval connection to a Space that runs Claude, then use it from every channel in that Space.

Use Remote Retrieval from Codex

Add the Remote Retrieval connection to a Space that runs Codex, then use it from every channel in that Space.

Use Remote Retrieval from Sidekick

Connect your own OpenClaw to Sidekick while Type provides the conversations, permissions, connections, skills, and automations.

Developer Tools & IT

What the Remote Retrieval connector can do

Remote Retrieval automates the logistics of managing equipment returns, providing efficient tracking and management of laptop and monitor returns.

One connection, many Spaces

Connect Remote Retrieval once, then decide which Spaces can use it in threads, skills, automations, and coding work.

Representative actions

  • Create Order

    Tool to create IT asset retrieval orders for remote employees. Use when you need to schedule pickup of laptops, monitors, cell phones, or tablets from employees. Supports both return-to-company and recycle-with-data-destruction workflows.

  • Get All Orders

    Tool to retrieve a paginated list of all orders. Use when you need to list orders with optional filters like status or dates. Call after authentication.

  • Get Company Details

    Tool to retrieve detailed information for a company. Use after confirming a valid company_id.

  • Get Device Prices

    Tool to retrieve real-time pricing data for all supported devices. Use when you need current prices for Laptop, Monitor (17-23 inch), Monitor_27 (24-27 inch), Tablet, or Cell Phone.

  • Get Order Details

    Tool to retrieve specific order details by order ID. Use when you need detailed information about an order including employee info, company info, and shipment status (device_type, send_status, return_status).

Connection

API and auth details

Remote Retrieval automates logistics for employee equipment returns such as laptops, monitors, and peripherals. Public endpoint-level API documentation is limited, so integrations should describe return requests, shipment tracking, asset status, device recovery workflows, and HR/IT operations synchronization conservatively.

FAQ

Questions people ask before connecting Remote Retrieval

Can Claude use Remote Retrieval?

Yes. Add a Remote Retrieval connection to a Space that runs Claude, then use its approved tools and data from any channel in that Space.

Can Codex work with Remote Retrieval through Type?

Yes. Add a Remote Retrieval connection to a Space that runs Codex, then use its approved tools and data from any channel in that Space.

Is this the same as a Remote Retrieval MCP server?

Not exactly. Type uses connectors and connections to give selected Spaces access to approved app tools and data. Some connectors use hosted MCP, while others use OAuth, API keys, service accounts, or custom APIs.

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