Airtable
Google Drive
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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Airtable + Google Drive

Create folders in Google Drive from new records in view in Airtable

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Airtable and Google Drive

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated bots using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.

Airtable and Google Drive can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Create folders in Google Drive from new records in view in Airtable
Workflow diagram: Airtable + Google Drive integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Airtable

Airtable

New Record In View in Airtable

Triggers when a new new record is created in a specifc view.

Then these actions happen in Airtable and Airtable

Google Drive

Create Folder in Google Drive

Create a new, empty folder.

Airtable

New Record in Airtable

Triggers when a new record is created. Optionally: triggers when any record (new or existing) is first added to a selected view.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Create folders in Google Drive from new records in view in Airtable.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Airtable and Google Drive to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Airtable to Zapier.

    Connect Airtable to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Airtable account, using Airtable credentials.

  • Connect Google Drive to Zapier.

    Connect Google Drive to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Google Drive account, using Google Drive credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Zapier.

  • Set up a Trigger action for Airtable

    Set up a Trigger action for Airtable

    Choose the following trigger: New Record In View (Triggers when a new new record is created in a specifc view.).

  • Then set up an Action for Google Drive

    Then set up an Action for Google Drive

    Choose this action: Create Folder (Create a new, empty folder.).

  • Then set up another Action for Airtable

    Then set up another Action for Airtable

    Choose this action: New Record (Triggers when a new record is created. Optionally: triggers when any record (new or existing) is first added to a selected view.).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between Airtable and Google Drive.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Create folders in Google Drive from new records in view in Airtable!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Drive

    New file in folder (legacy)

    Triggers when a new file is created within a specific folder (but not its subfolders). Please note for files moved to a folder, this trigger may not work as expected, use the newer version for that use case.

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  • Google Drive

    New file

    Triggers when any new file is added (inside of any folder).

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  • Google Drive

    New file in folder

    Triggers when there is a new file in a specific folder

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  • Google Drive

    Watch files in a folder

    Triggers when a file is created or modified in a selected folder.

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  • Google Drive

    Updated file

    Triggers when a file is updated in a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

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  • Google Drive

    New file in your folder

    This trigger fires every time a new file is added to the Google Drive folder you specify. Note: Does not work for Google Docs, Forms, or Sheets files.

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  • Airtable

    Update record

    Update the values of specific cells in an Airtable record.

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  • Airtable

    Get record

    Get a specific record

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  • Airtable

    Delete record

    Delete specific record by ID.

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  • Airtable

    Create single record

    Create single record

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  • Airtable

    Create multiple records

    Create multiple records

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  • Airtable

    List records

    List records

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Apps you need

Airtable

Airtable

Spreadsheets

A no-code platform for building collaborative apps using spreadsheet-database hybrid as a data-layer

Airtable is a modern and flexible low-code platform that combines the power of a full database with the ease of use of a spreadsheet. With native mobile and desktop apps, Airtable offers a variety of templates for easy-to-use and customizable workflows, providing powerful features such as file attachments, kanban card stacks, calendars, and reporting. Link related content intelligently, configure the perfect view, and integrate with hundreds of your favorite apps and services.

Google Drive

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A comprehensive cloud storage solution

Google Drive is a versatile cloud-based platform that lets you store your files, photos, videos, and more safely. You can access them from anywhere and share with others, making collaboration a breeze.

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