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Upload new Microsoft Outlook emails to Google Drive as files

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Send emails in Microsoft Outlook for new folders in Google Drive

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Create Microsoft Outlook events from updated Google Drive files

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Create events in Microsoft Outlook for new files in Google Drive folders

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How Zapier works

Zapier makes it easy to integrate Google Drive with Microsoft Outlook - no code necessary. See how you can get setup in minutes.

Select a trigger from Google Drive

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with Google Drive, a trigger could be "New File."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from Microsoft Outlook

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Microsoft Outlook, the action could be "Add Attendees to Calendar Event."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Drive + Microsoft Outlook integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook

How can I integrate Google Drive with Microsoft Outlook?

You can create a workflow using tools like Zapier where certain triggers in Google Drive, such as uploading a new file, will perform actions in Microsoft Outlook, such as sending an email or creating a calendar event.

What kind of triggers can we use in Google Drive for integration?

Triggers from Google Drive include events like 'New File', 'File Updated', and 'New Folder'. These can initiate actions within Microsoft Outlook, like sending alerts to your email or updating tasks.

What actions can be performed in Microsoft Outlook through integration with Google Drive?

Once a trigger from Google Drive occurs, you can set actions such as creating new emails, adding contacts, or scheduling calendar entries within Microsoft Outlook.

Can we sync files automatically between Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook?

Yes, you can set up an automation to send email notifications to your Outlook every time specific files in Google Drive are added or updated. However, direct file syncing would require additional steps.

Is it possible to manage permissions of Google Drive files through Microsoft Outlook?

Currently, managing permissions directly through an integration with Microsoft Outlook isn't possible. The permissions must be adjusted directly within the Google Drive interface.

What happens if an action fails during the integration process?

If an action fails during the integration process between Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook, you will be notified via email with details about what went wrong so that corrective measures can be taken.

Can I customize alerts and notifications for shared documents in both platforms?

Yes, alerts and notifications for shared documents can be customized. You may configure them based on activities in Google Drive that should trigger notifications through Microsoft Outlook based on specific needs.

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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.

- Drive
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Drive
- Folder
Trigger
Scheduled
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- File
  Required
- Convert to Document?
- File Name
- Drive
- Folder
Action
Write
- Drive
- Folder
- Folder Name
  Required
Action
Write
- Drive
- Folder
- Folder Name
  Required
- File
  Required
- Convert to Document?
Action
Write

- Drive
- File_id
  Required
- Sharing Preference
  Required
- Organization Domain
Action
Write
- Drive
- Folder
- File
  Required
- File Name
- Rename Folder?
- Extension_copy
Action
Write

Retrieve Files from Google Drive
This action sends a GET request to the Google Drive API to retrieve a list of files based on specific query parameters.
Action
Write
- Drive
- File or Folder ID
  Required
Action
Search
- Info
- Folder Name
  Required
- Search_type
- Drive
- Folder
- File_types
- Maximum Number of Results
Action
Search
- Folder Name
  Required
- Search_type
- Drive
- Folder
- File_types
- File
  Required
- Convert to Document?
- File Name
- File Extension
- Idempotency_key
Action
Search or write
- Calendar
- Time Before
  Required
- Time Before (Unit)
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Parent Folder
  Required
- Child Folder
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Contact Folder
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Parent Folder
  Required
- Child Folder
- Search terms
  Required
- Note
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Shared Inbox
- Parent Folder
  Required
- Child Folder
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Event
- Merge with existing attendees?
- Attendees
Action
Write
- Contact Folder
- First Name
  Required
- Last Name
- EmailAddresses
- BusinessPhones
- HomePhones
- MobilePhone
- JobTitle
- CompanyName
- Department
- Business Website URL
- FileAs
- PersonalNotes
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
Action
Write
- Email ID
  Required
- To Email(s)
  Required
- CC Email(s)
- BCC Email(s)
- Reply-To Email
- Subject
  Required
- Body
- File
  Required
- Action for Files Larger Than 150MB
- Reply to All
Action
Write
- Email ID
  Required
- Comment
Action
Write
- Event
- Subject
  Required
- Start Date & Time
  Required
- End Date & Time
  Required
- All Day Event?
- Is Online Meeting?
- Hide attendees list?
- Body
- Show me as Free or Busy
- The importance of the event
- Merge with existing attendees?
- Attendees
- Categories
- Location Name
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters

Connect Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook to unlock the power of automation

Set up your first integration

Upload new Microsoft Outlook emails to Google Drive as files

Send emails in Microsoft Outlook for new folders in Google Drive

Create files from text in Google Drive from new Microsoft Outlook emails

Create Microsoft Outlook events from updated Google Drive files

Create events in Microsoft Outlook for new files in Google Drive folders

Create draft emails in Microsoft Outlook for new folders in Google Drive

Upload new Microsoft Outlook emails to Google Drive as files

Send emails in Microsoft Outlook for new folders in Google Drive

Create files from text in Google Drive from new Microsoft Outlook emails

Create Microsoft Outlook events from updated Google Drive files

Create events in Microsoft Outlook for new files in Google Drive folders

Create draft emails in Microsoft Outlook for new folders in Google Drive

Create new tasks in Asana when an invitee is created in Calendly

Upload new Zoom audio transcripts to Google Drive as files

How Zapier works

Select a trigger from Google Drive

Setup an action from Microsoft Outlook

That’s it! You just connected Google Drive to Microsoft Outlook

Zapier is the automation platform of choice for 87% of Forbes Cloud 100 companies in 2023

Make work flow with AI

Frequently Asked Questions about Google Drive + Microsoft Outlook integrations

Connect Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook to integrate crucial parts of your business

Automate your lead management and improve conversions

Create more impactful campaigns with automation

Provide world-class support with a little help from automation

Automate your way to actionable, up-to-date data

Resolve incidents faster with automation

Supported triggers and actions