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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New File" from Google Drive.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Increment Value" in Storage by Zapier.
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Zapier seamlessly connects Google Drive and Storage by Zapier, automating your workflow.
Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
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- Folder
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- File Name
- Drive
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- Folder
- Folder NameRequired
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- Drive
- Folder
- Include Deleted Files?
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- Include_deleted
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- Convert to Document?
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Practical ways you can use Google Drive and Storage by Zapier
Track file uploads in Google Drive.
When a new file is uploaded to a specific folder in Google Drive, Zapier can store details like the file's name or date uploaded in Storage by Zapier. This workflow helps you keep historical records and track important documents with zero additional effort.
Business OwnerLog dataset updates to a central record.
When a new dataset is added to a designated folder in Google Drive, Zapier captures the relevant file details into Storage by Zapier. This lets data teams easily reference and track inputs for various analysis projects without manual monitoring.
Data ScienceMaintain project document logs.
When a file is updated in a specific Google Drive folder, Zapier logs it in Storage by Zapier with relevant details like the updated timestamp or user. This ensures you always maintain an up-to-date version history for better project tracking.
Project ManagementLearn how to automate Google Drive on the Zapier blog
Frequently Asked Questions about Google Drive + Storage by Zapier integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Google Drive and Storage by Zapier
How do I set up an integration between Google Drive and Storage by Zapier?
To set up an integration, also known as a Zap, you need to choose a trigger event from Google Drive, like 'New File in Folder,' and then pair it with an action in Storage by Zapier, such as 'Add File.' Once configured, every time the trigger event occurs, the specified action will automatically follow.
What triggers are available for Google Drive when using Storage by Zapier?
We currently support triggers such as 'New File,' 'New File in Folder,' and 'Updated File' in Google Drive. When any of these events are detected, you can define actions within Storage by Zapier to respond accordingly.
Can I automate file storage processes with this integration?
Yes, you can automate your file storage process. For example, when a new file is added to a specific Google Drive folder (trigger), you can automatically store its reference using an action like 'Set Value' or 'Append Value' in Storage by Zapier.
What happens if a file is updated in Google Drive? Will it trigger an action?
If you've selected the 'Updated File' trigger for Google Drive within your Zap setup, any changes to files will prompt specified actions in Storage by Zapier. This keeps your stored data consistent with your drive contents.
How does the integration handle deleted files from Google Drive?
Currently, deletion of files is not supported as a trigger within our existing integrations. You'll need to manually adjust or remove corresponding data entries from Storage by Zapier when files are deleted from Google Drive.
Is it possible to use multiple actions with a single trigger event in this integration?
Absolutely! You can configure multiple actions within Storage by Zapier from a single trigger event like adding a new file in Google Drive. This allows for complex workflows such as updating values and storing file info simultaneously.
Are there limitations on file size for triggers involving new uploads on Google Drive?
While our system handles most standard-sized files without issue via the 'New File' or 'New File in Folder' triggers, extraordinarily large files might encounter limitations inherent to both Google's API rate limits and resultant processing timeouts during execution of related actions.
