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Create tasks in Asana for new files in Dropbox folders

When a new file lands in your Dropbox folder, you can immediately translate this into a task in Asana. This workflow helps in ensuring nothing falls through the cracks, saving your time and increasing your efficiency in managing tasks. With it, you can streamline your work processes and focus on more pressing matters at hand.

When a new file lands in your Dropbox folder, you can immediately translate this into a task in Asana. This workflow helps in ensuring nothing falls through the cracks, saving your time and increasing your efficiency in managing tasks. With it, you can streamline your work processes and focus on more pressing matters at hand.

  1. When this happens...
    DropboxDropbox
    New File in Folder

    Triggers when a new file is added to a folder. Make sure the number of files/folders in the watched folder does not exceed 6000.

    TriggerPolling
  2. automatically do this!
    AsanaAsana
    Create Task

    Adds a new task.

    ActionWrite
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Supported triggers and actions

    • Space

    • FolderRequired

    • Include files in subfolders?

    • Include sharing link?

    Trigger
    Polling
    Try It
    • Space

    • FolderRequired

    • File

    • Include files in subfolders?

    • Include file contents?

    • Include sharing link?

    Trigger
    Polling
    Try It
    • Space

    • File PathRequired

    • Important Information

    Action
    Write
    • Space

    • FolderRequired

    • Folder NameRequired

    Action
    Write
    • Space

    • FolderRequired

    • Include files in subfolders?

    • Include file contents?

    • Include sharing link?

    Trigger
    Polling
    Try It
    • Space

    • FileRequired

    • New LocationRequired

    Action
    Write
    • Space

    • Folder PathRequired

    • Important Information

    Action
    Write
    • Space

    • FolderRequired

    • FileRequired

    • Overwrite

    • Specify File Name

    • Specify File Extension

    • Include sharing link?

    Action
    Write
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Asana is a leading work management platform that helps teams orchestrate their work, from daily tasks to strategic initiatives. With Asana, organizations have a living system of clarity where everyone can see, discuss, and execute their team’s priorities.

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About Dropbox

Dropbox lets you store your files online, sync them to all your devices, and share them easily. Get started for free, then upgrade for more space and security features.

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