Box
Google Drive
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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Box + Google Drive

Copy new Box files to Google Drive

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Box and Google Drive

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated scripts 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.

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

Diagram

Copy new Box files to Google Drive
Workflow diagram: Box + Google Drive integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Box

Box

New File in Box

Triggered when you add a new file to a folder.

Then this action happens in Google Drive

Google Drive

Upload File in Google Drive

Copies an existing file from another service to Google Drive.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Copy new Box files to Google Drive.

Part I

Configure Applications

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

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Box to Zapier.

    Connect Box to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Box account, using Box 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 Box

    Set up a Trigger action for Box

    Choose the following trigger: New File (Triggered when you add a new file to a folder.).

  • Then set up an Action for Google Drive

    Then set up an Action for Google Drive

    Choose this action: Upload File (Copies an existing file from another service to Google Drive.).

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 Box 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 Copy new Box files to Google Drive!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Drive

    New file in folder

    Triggers when a new file is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

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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

    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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  • Google Drive

    New folder

    Triggers when a new folder is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

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  • Box

    Upload file

    Copy an already-existing file from another service to Box.

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  • Box

    Upload file from url

    This Action will download a file at a given URL and add it to Box at the path you specify. NOTE: 30 MB file size limit.

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  • Box

    Upload a file

    Uploads a new file.

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  • Box

    Create folder

    Creates a brand new folder at the path you specify.

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  • Box

    Search content

    Search content

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  • Box

    Append to a text file

    This Action will append to a text file as determined by the file name and folder path you specify. Once a file’s size reaches 2MB a new file will be created.

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Apps you need

Google Drive

Google Drive

Cloud Storage

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.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

No-code automation service

Zapier simplifies busy people's lives by automating web app data transfers, reducing tedious tasks, and allowing teams to collaborate effortlessly. With over 5,000 popular apps connected, it's never been easier to streamline your workflow.