An automated workflow using zapier
Connects OneDrive + Gmail
Send emails from Gmail for new files added to OneDrive
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect OneDrive and Gmail
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
OneDrive and Gmail can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
Diagram
How it works?
When this trigger fires in OneDrive
New File in OneDrive
Triggers when a new file is added in a folder.
Then this action happens in Gmail
Send Email in Gmail
Create and send a new email message.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Send emails from Gmail for new files added to OneDrive.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect OneDrive and Gmail to Zapier.
Create Zapier account.
Create Zapier account if you don't have one.
Connect OneDrive to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your OneDrive account, using OneDrive credentials.
Connect Gmail to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Gmail account, using Gmail 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 OneDrive
Choose the following trigger: New File (Triggers when a new file is added in a folder.).
Then set up an Action for Gmail
Choose this action: Send Email (Create and send a new email message.).
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 OneDrive and Gmail.
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 emails from Gmail for new files added to OneDrive!
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Upload an existing file or attachment not bigger than 60 MB.
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Apps you need
OneDrive, Microsoft's file sync app, offers seamless access to your files across devices. Store, edit, and manage your important documents, photos, and videos securely in the cloud.
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