An automated workflow using zapier
Connects Google Drive + Discord
Send Discord channel messages for new Google Drive folders
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Drive and Discord
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 Discord can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
Diagram
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Google Drive
New Folder in Google Drive
Triggers when a new folder is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).
Then this action happens in Discord
Send Channel Message in Discord
Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Send Discord channel messages for new Google Drive folders.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Google Drive and Discord 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 Discord to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Discord account, using Discord 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 Folder (Triggers when a new folder is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).).
Then set up an Action for Discord
Choose this action: Send Channel Message (Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose.).
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 Discord.
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 Send Discord channel messages for new Google Drive folders!
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triggerbyintegromatUpdated file
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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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Send channel message
Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose.
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This action will send a message from the IFTTT Bot to the channel you specify.
actionbyiftttSend a message by webhook bot
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actionbyintegromatPost a rich message to a channel
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actionbyiftttAdd role
assign a role to a user
actionbyzapierintegratelySend message
Send message
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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.
Discord is the ultimate communication tool for gamers, allowing easy voice, video, and text chat with friends and communities. Whether you belong to a school club, gaming group or art community, Discord has got you covered.
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.
