Google Drive
FileCloud
zapier

An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Google Drive + FileCloud

Add new Google Drive files to folders on FileCloud

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Drive and FileCloud

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.

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

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Add new Google Drive files to folders on FileCloud
Workflow diagram: Google Drive + FileCloud integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Drive

Google Drive

New File in Folder (Legacy) in Google Drive

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.

Then these actions happen in Google Drive and Google Drive

FileCloud

Upload File in FileCloud

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

Google Drive

New File in Folder in Google Drive

Triggers when a new file is created within, moved to, or uploaded directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Add new Google Drive files to folders on FileCloud.

Part I

Configure Applications

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

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Google Drive to Zapier.

    Connect Google Drive to Zapier.

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

  • Connect FileCloud to Zapier.

    Connect FileCloud to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your FileCloud account, using FileCloud 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 Google Drive

    Set up a Trigger action for Google Drive

    Choose the following trigger: 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.).

  • Then set up an Action for FileCloud

    Then set up an Action for FileCloud

    Choose this action: Upload File (Copy an already-existing file from another service to FileCloud.).

  • Then set up another Action for Google Drive

    Choose this action: New File in Folder (Triggers when a new file is created within, moved to, or uploaded directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).).

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 Google Drive and FileCloud.

  • 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 Add new Google Drive files to folders on FileCloud!

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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    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Drive

    New file

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

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    triggerbyzapierautomateiopabbly-connect
  • Google Drive

    New file in folder

    Triggers when there is a new file in a specific folder

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    triggerbyautomateiozapier
  • Google Drive

    Watch files in a folder

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

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    triggerbyintegromat
  • Google Drive

    Updated file

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

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    triggerbyzapierautomateiopabbly-connect
  • 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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    triggerbyifttt
  • FileCloud

    Upload file

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

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    actionbyzapier
  • FileCloud

    Upload a file

    Uploads a file to the selected folder. Files with the same name have "upsert" logic.

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    actionbyintegromat
  • FileCloud

    Create folder

    Creates a brand new folder at the path you specify.

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    actionbyzapier
  • FileCloud

    Create text file

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

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    actionbyzapier
  • FileCloud

    Create a folder

    Creates a folder in a particular path.

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    actionbyintegromat
  • FileCloud

    Make an api call

    Performs an arbitrary authorized API call.

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    actionbyintegromat

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.