Dropbox
Google Drive
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An automated workflow using integromat

Connects Dropbox + Google Drive

Transfer files from Dropbox to Google Drive

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Dropbox and Google Drive

It can be build using Integromat, a no-code workflow automation tool. Integromat 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.

Categories

Dropbox and Google Drive can also be integrated using automation tools other than integromat:

Diagram

Transfer files from Dropbox to Google Drive
Workflow diagram: Dropbox + Google Drive integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Dropbox

Dropbox

Watch Files in Dropbox

Triggers when a file is added in a folder being watched. This module retrieves number of files/folders till 4000.

Then these actions happen in Google Drive and Google Drive

Dropbox

Download a File in Dropbox

Downloads a file from a specified folder.

Google Drive

Upload a File in Google Drive

Uploads a new file.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Transfer files from Dropbox to Google Drive.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Dropbox and Google Drive to Make.com.

  • Create Make.com account.

    Create Make.com account.

    Create Make.com account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Dropbox to Make.com.

    Connect Dropbox to Make.com.

    Give Make.com access to your Dropbox account, using Dropbox credentials.

  • Connect Google Drive to Make.com.

    Connect Google Drive to Make.com.

    Give Make.com 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 Make.com.

  • Set up a Trigger action for Dropbox

    Set up a Trigger action for Dropbox

    Choose the following trigger: Watch Files (Triggers when a file is added in a folder being watched. This module retrieves number of files/folders till 4000.).

  • Then set up an Action for Dropbox

    Then set up an Action for Dropbox

    Choose this action: Download a File (Downloads a file from a specified folder.).

  • Then set up another Action for Google Drive

    Then set up another Action for Google Drive

    Choose this action: Upload a File (Uploads a new file.).

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 Dropbox 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 Transfer files from Dropbox to Google Drive!

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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  • Dropbox

    Upload file

    Upload an existing file or attachment not bigger than 500 MB.

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  • Dropbox

    Add file from url

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

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  • Dropbox

    Create folder

    Creates a brand new folder at the path you specify.

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  • Dropbox

    Create a text file

    This Action will create a new text file at the path you specify.

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  • Dropbox

    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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  • Dropbox

    Create text file

    Creates a brand new text file from plain text content you specify.

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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.

Make.com

Make.com

Automation Platforms

Integromat now Make! A workflow automation service.

Make.com (Integromat) is a powerful automation tool that enables users to connect their favorite apps, services, and devices without any coding skills. With its unique features, users can automate even complex integrations easily and efficiently, saving time and effort. Integromat allows to connect apps and automate processes in a few clicks.