Google Drive
Dropbox
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An automated workflow using integromat

Connects Google Drive + Dropbox

Create folders in Dropbox when new folders are created in Google Drive

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Drive and Dropbox

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

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

Diagram

Create folders in Dropbox when new folders are created in Google Drive
Workflow diagram: Google Drive + Dropbox integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Drive

Google Drive

Watch Folders in Google Drive

Triggers when a new folder is created or modified.

Then this action happens in Dropbox

Dropbox

Create a Folder in Dropbox

Creates a new folder.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Create folders in Dropbox when new folders are created in Google Drive.

Part I

Configure Applications

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

  • Create Make.com account.

    Create Make.com account.

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

  • 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.

  • Connect Dropbox to Make.com.

    Connect Dropbox to Make.com.

    Give Make.com access to your Dropbox account, using Dropbox 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 Google Drive

    Set up a Trigger action for Google Drive

    Choose the following trigger: Watch Folders (Triggers when a new folder is created or modified.).

  • Then set up an Action for Dropbox

    Then set up an Action for Dropbox

    Choose this action: Create a Folder (Creates a new folder.).

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 Dropbox.

  • 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 Create folders in Dropbox when new folders are created in 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.