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GitHub
GitHub
1. Choose trigger event
Google Drive
Google Drive
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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GitHub
Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Branch" from GitHub.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Copy File" in Google Drive.
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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.
Drive
Folder
File
Required
Convert to Document?
File Name
File Extension
Idempotency_key
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
File
Required
Drive
Folder
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Drive
Folder
File
Required
Email Address
Permission ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Shared Drive Name
Required
Theme ID
Color RGB
Background Image File ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
File
Required
Drive
Folder
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Drive
Folder
File to Replace
File/Folder Name
Rename Folder?
Extension_copy
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Delete File
This action will delete a file in Google Drive. You will need to provide the file ID.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Drive
File or Folder ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Filename
Required
Search_type
Drive
Folder
File_types
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Filename
Required
Search_type
Drive
Folder
File_types
File
Required
Convert to Document?
File Name
File Extension
Idempotency_key
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search or write
Find existing data in your app, or create a new record if no data is found
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Practical ways you can use GitHub and Google Drive
Archive GitHub issues to Google Drive
Keep a record of your team's work for future reference. When a new issue is created in GitHub, Zapier adds the issue details into a structured file within Google Drive, assisting with tracking tasks, accountability, and project documentation.
For streamlined analysis and record-keeping, ensure code reviews are documented. When a new pull request is created in GitHub, Zapier saves a summary to a designated Google Drive folder. This ensures transparency, aids in compliance, and makes collaborative iterations more efficient.
Ensure your GitHub repositories are secure by automating backups. When a new repository is created in GitHub, Zapier automatically saves a copy of its pertinent details or starter files to Google Drive, ensuring a reliable backup for development teams. This minimizes risks and enhances data security.
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Frequently Asked Questions about GitHub + Google Drive integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with GitHub and Google Drive
How do I set up a trigger for new GitHub issues to be added to Google Drive?
To create a trigger for new GitHub issues that automatically adds details to Google Drive, you need to select the repository in GitHub first. Then, choose 'New Issue' as your trigger event. In the configuration, link your Google Drive account and define where and how you'd like the new issue information saved, such as in a document or spreadsheet.
Can I automate file uploads from GitHub releases to Google Drive?
Yes, you can automate this process by setting up a Zap with a trigger based on 'New Release' in GitHub. You can then create an action event to upload files associated with this release directly to your specified folder in Google Drive.
What happens when an existing file is updated in my connected Google Drive folder?
If you have set up an integration where updates are tracked, our system can perform actions based on these changes. For instance, if a README file linked from GitHub is updated in its associated Google Drive directory, you can configure notifications or update logs as actions.
Is it possible to sync contributions or pull requests from GitHub users into my shared Google Drive?
Indeed, by establishing a trigger for 'Pull Request' activities such as opened or merged events in your chosen repository, data about contributions can be pushed into your shared Google Drive folders either as logs or detailed documents.
How do I ensure security while allowing access between GitHub and Google Drive?
Security can be managed by utilizing OAuth permissions which both services support. When setting integrations between GitHub and Google Drive through our platform, ensure you authenticate each connection securely and define access roles appropriately.
Can I configure alerts for failed data transfers between GitHub and Google Drive?
Yes, alerts can be set up quite easily. During the workflow creation process on our platform, include steps for sending alerts if any part of the data transfer fails. This could be through email notifications or other messaging services integrated within our system.
What types of files can be moved from GitHub repositories to Google Drive using integrations?
When using our integrations, typically any type of file stored within a repository on GitHub—such as code files, documentation PDFs, images—can be transferred over to your designated folders on Google Drive ensuring easy accessibility and backup.
About GitHub
GitHub is the perfect place to share code and work collaboratively on private and open source software.
Google Drive is Google's file sync app that lets you store all of your files online alongside your Google Docs documents, and keep them synced with all of your devices.
