An automated workflow using zapier
Connects Google Drive + Google Tasks
Add Google Tasks for new files in Google Drive
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Drive and Google Tasks
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.
Categories
Google Drive and Google Tasks can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
Diagram
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Google Drive
New File in Google Drive
Triggers when any new file is added (inside of any folder).
Then this action happens in Google Tasks
Create Task in Google Tasks
Creates a new task.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Add Google Tasks for new files in Google Drive .
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Google Drive and Google Tasks to Zapier.
Create Zapier account.
Create Zapier account if you don't have one.
Connect Google Drive to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Google Drive account, using Google Drive credentials.
Connect Google Tasks to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Google Tasks account, using Google Tasks 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
Choose the following trigger: New File (Triggers when any new file is added (inside of any folder).).
Then set up an Action for Google Tasks
Choose this action: Create Task (Creates a new task.).
Part III
Test and Publish
Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.
Customize data flow
Configure the data that is exchanged between Google Drive and Google Tasks.
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 Google Tasks for new files in Google Drive !
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Supported triggers and actions
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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Triggers when any new file is added (inside of any folder).
triggerbyzapierautomateiopabbly-connectNew file in folder
Triggers when there is a new file in a specific folder
triggerbyautomateiozapierWatch files in a folder
Triggers when a file is created or modified in a selected folder.
triggerbyintegromatUpdated file
Triggers when a file is updated in a specific folder (but not its subfolders).
triggerbyzapierautomateiopabbly-connectNew 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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Create task
Creates a new task.
actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connectAdd task to a list
This action will add a task to the given task list.
actionbyiftttUpdate task
Update an existing task.
actionbyzapierintegratelyalbatoCreate task list
Creates a new task list.
actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connectalbatoCreate a task
Creates a new task.
actionbyintegromatautomateioApi request (beta)
This is an advanced action which makes a raw HTTP request that includes this integration's authentication.
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Apps you need
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.
Manage your tasks easily with Google Tasks. Stay on top of your to-do list, track deadlines, and access your tasks from any device with this seamless, cross-platform app.
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.
