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Dropbox
1. Choose trigger event
Motion
Motion
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Folder" from Dropbox.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Create Project" in Motion.
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Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Space
File Path
Required
Important Information
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Space
Folder
Required
Folder Name
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Space
File
Required
New Location
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Space
Folder
Required
File Name
Required
File Content
Required
Include sharing link?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Space
Path
Required
Requested Visibility
Link Password
Expires At
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Space
Shared Link URL
Required
Set or Remove Expiration
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Space
Shared Link URL
Required
Audience
Access
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Space
Search query
Required
Search path
Order by
File status
Search filenames only
File extensions
File categories
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Space
Folder
Required
Include files in subfolders?
File Name
Required
Include Deleted Files?
Include file contents?
Include sharing link?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Space
Path
Direct links only
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Workspace ID
Required
Project Name
Required
Description
Due Date
Priority
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Workspace ID
Required
Task Name
Task Description
Due Date
Task Duration (minutes)
Task Status
Start Date
Deadline Type
Schedule
Priority
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
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Add Folder Member
Create Project
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Practical ways you can use Dropbox and Motion
Organize Motion tasks in Dropbox folders
When a new task is created in Motion, Zapier will automatically create a corresponding folder in Dropbox. This helps keep all task-related files neatly stored and easily accessible, allowing you to streamline project organization and improve documentation. Use this automation to reduce time spent searching for files and stay focused on growing your business.
Stay on top of creative deliverables by creating tasks in Motion anytime a new file is added to a specific Dropbox folder. When a file like a draft or briefing document is uploaded, Zapier triggers a task in Motion to ensure the work is prioritized and scheduled. This automation simplifies project management, reduces missed deadlines, and helps your marketing team stay coordinated.
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Motion uses artificial intelligence to optimize your and your team’s day. It automatically prioritizes tasks, schedules meetings & resolves calendar conflicts.
