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Select a trigger from PayPal

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with PayPal, a trigger could be "Successful Sale."

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

Setup an action from Google Drive

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Google Drive, the action could be "Copy File."

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about PayPal + Google Drive integrations

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

How can I set up an integration between PayPal and Google Drive?

To set up an integration between PayPal and Google Drive, you can use our platform to connect the two services. You begin by choosing PayPal as your trigger app and selecting a specific trigger event like 'New Sale.' Then, choose Google Drive as your action app and select an action such as 'Upload File,' completing the integration steps as guided.

What are some common triggers available for PayPal when integrating with Google Drive?

Some common triggers available for PayPal include 'New Transaction,' 'Sale Completed,' and 'Refund Issued.' These triggers initiate actions in Google Drive, such as creating a folder or uploading a document.

Can I automate backing up my PayPal sales receipts to Google Drive?

Yes, you can automate the backup of PayPal sales receipts to Google Drive by setting a trigger in PayPal, like 'New Sale,' followed by an action in Google Drive such as 'Upload File' or 'Create Document.' This ensures each receipt is automatically saved in your specified folder.

Is it possible to organize my transaction data from PayPal into folders in Google Drive?

Certainly! You can organize your transaction data by setting up a workflow where each new transaction from PayPal creates a new folder in Google Drive. Use specific naming conventions for easy identification.

What if I only want certain transactions from PayPal to be recorded in Google Drive?

You can filter transactions before they reach Google Drive by setting conditions in the integration setup. For example, only record sales over $100 or those from specific customers.

Do I need technical skills to integrate PayPal with Google Drive using your platform?

No technical skills are required. Our platform is designed to be user-friendly with step-by-step guidance on setting up triggers and actions between PayPal and Google Drive without needing any coding knowledge.

What file formats are supported when saving data from PayPal into Google Drive?

When saving data from PayPal into Google Drive, commonly supported formats include documents like PDFs for receipts or CSV files for transaction lists. Ensure that your actions specify the desired output format.

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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.

Successful Sale
Triggers when a payment is completed successfully.
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Refunded Sale
Triggers when a payment is refunded.
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Instant
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- 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

Successful Sale (Line Items)
Triggers when a payment is completed successfully (with line item support).
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All Merchant Transactions
Triggers when a new merchant transacation is created, regardless of status.
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Instant
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- Drive
- Folder
- Include Deleted Files?
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Scheduled
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- Drive
- Folder
- Include_deleted
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Drive
- Folder
- File
  Required
- Convert to Document?
- File Name
- File Extension
- Idempotency_key
Action
Write
- File
  Required
- Drive
- Folder
Action
Write
- Drive
- Folder
- File to Replace
  Required
- File
  Required
- Convert to Document?
- File Name
- File Extension
- Idempotency_key
Action
Write
- File
  Required
- Drive
- Folder
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters
- Headers
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
Action
Write
Delete File
This action will delete a file in Google Drive. You will need to provide the file ID.
Action
Write
- Folder Name
  Required
- Search_type
- Drive
- Folder
- File_types
Action
Search
- Folder Name
  Required
- Search_type
- Drive
- Folder
Action
Search
- Folder Name
  Required
- Search_type
- Drive
- Folder
Action
Search or write

Integrate PayPal with Google Drive to automate your work

Top companies trust Zapier to automate work that solves their unique business problems—no coding required.

How Zapier works

Select a trigger from PayPal

Setup an action from Google Drive

That’s it! You just connected PayPal to Google Drive

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

Set up your first integration

Copy new PayPal merchant transactions to Google Drive files

Create shortcuts in Google Drive for new successful sale line items in PayPal

Copy new PayPal merchant transactions to Google Drive files

Create shortcuts in Google Drive for new successful sale line items in PayPal

Make work flow with AI

Frequently Asked Questions about PayPal + Google Drive integrations

Connect PayPal and Google Drive 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

Connect PayPal and Google Drive to unlock the power of automation

Supported triggers and actions

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