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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 "Add Attendees to Calendar Event" in Microsoft Outlook.
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Zapier seamlessly connects Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook, 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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- Include Deleted Files?
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Practical ways you can use Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook
Save email attachments to Google Drive.
When new emails with attachments are received in Microsoft Outlook, Zapier can automatically save those attachments to a specified folder in Google Drive. This ensures important documents are securely stored, reducing the risk of lost files and saving time compared to manual file management.
Business OwnerBackup marketing collateral from emails to Drive.
Anytime a new marketing-related email with attachments is received in Microsoft Outlook, Zapier can upload those attachments to a specific Google Drive folder. This keeps marketing assets organized and ensures no valuable collateral is misplaced while saving time for your team.
Marketing & Marketing OpsStore project resources from emails in Drive.
When a new email containing project-related attachments is received in Microsoft Outlook, Zapier can automatically upload these files to Google Drive into a designated folder. This ensures project resources are centralized and accessible to your team, improving organization and productivity.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Drive + Microsoft Outlook 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 Microsoft Outlook
How can I integrate Google Drive with Microsoft Outlook?
You can create a workflow using tools like Zapier where certain triggers in Google Drive, such as uploading a new file, will perform actions in Microsoft Outlook, such as sending an email or creating a calendar event.
What kind of triggers can we use in Google Drive for integration?
Triggers from Google Drive include events like 'New File', 'File Updated', and 'New Folder'. These can initiate actions within Microsoft Outlook, like sending alerts to your email or updating tasks.
What actions can be performed in Microsoft Outlook through integration with Google Drive?
Once a trigger from Google Drive occurs, you can set actions such as creating new emails, adding contacts, or scheduling calendar entries within Microsoft Outlook.
Can we sync files automatically between Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook?
Yes, you can set up an automation to send email notifications to your Outlook every time specific files in Google Drive are added or updated. However, direct file syncing would require additional steps.
Is it possible to manage permissions of Google Drive files through Microsoft Outlook?
Currently, managing permissions directly through an integration with Microsoft Outlook isn't possible. The permissions must be adjusted directly within the Google Drive interface.
What happens if an action fails during the integration process?
If an action fails during the integration process between Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook, you will be notified via email with details about what went wrong so that corrective measures can be taken.
Can I customize alerts and notifications for shared documents in both platforms?
Yes, alerts and notifications for shared documents can be customized. You may configure them based on activities in Google Drive that should trigger notifications through Microsoft Outlook based on specific needs.
