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A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New File" from Google Drive.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Contact to Campaign" in Salesforce.
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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.
Path after /services/apexrest/
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HTTP method
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Query parameters
Extra headers
Request body
Timeout
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
File
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Salesforce Object
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Description
Attachment visibility
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create Contact
Creates a new contact.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
File
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Title
Description
Salesforce Object
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Note Title
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Note
Salesforce Object
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Note Visibility
Use Assignment Rules
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Salesforce Object
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Use Assignment Rules
Allow Duplicates
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Flow
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Manual flow input parameters
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
To
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CC
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Email Format
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Sender Type
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Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Lead to Update
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Use Assignment Rules
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Salesforce Object
Required
Record to Update
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Use Assignment Rules
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Query Type
Required
Include Deleted Records
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Parent Object
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Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Salesforce Object
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SOQL WHERE clause
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Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Salesforce Object
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SOQL WHERE Clause
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Sort by
Sort Order
Maximum Number of Records
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Salesforce Object
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Search Value
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Second Field to Search By
Second Search Value
Search Operator
Use Assignment Rules
Allow Duplicates
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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Automate your way to actionable, up-to-date data
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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Drive + Salesforce 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 Salesforce
How can I integrate Google Drive with Salesforce?
You can integrate Google Drive with Salesforce using various third-party tools and APIs that allow you to set triggers and actions. For example, when a new file is added to a specific Google Drive folder, an action in Salesforce can be triggered, such as updating a record or sending a notification.
What triggers can be used in Google Drive for the integration?
In our integration process, you can use triggers like 'New File,' 'New Folder,' or 'File Updated' in Google Drive. These triggers allow us to initiate specific actions within Salesforce based on changes detected in your Google Drive.
What kind of actions in Salesforce can be triggered by files from Google Drive?
Once a trigger from Google Drive is activated, you can perform actions such as creating or updating records, sending notifications, or attaching files directly to Salesforce objects. This seamless operation helps automate workflows between the two platforms.
Can I attach files from Google Drive directly into my Salesforce records?
Yes, through the integration setup by us, you can directly attach files from your Google Drive into Salesforce records. This often involves setting up an action where a file uploaded in a specific folder automatically links to a predetermined record in Salesforce.
Is it possible to automate the sharing of files between Google Drive and Salesforce?
Certainly! Automation is at the core of what we offer for this integration. You can set up workflows where files added to certain folders in Google Drive are automatically shared with relevant contacts via Salesforce or are reflected as attachments under relevant records.
Are there any limitations regarding file types when integrating with Salesforce?
Generally, most standard file types like documents, spreadsheets, and presentations are supported. However, specific limitations may apply depending on the way the integration is configured and any restrictions within your organization's settings for both platforms.
How secure is the integration between Google Drive and Salesforce?
Security is paramount when handling integrations between platforms like Google Drive and Salesforce. Our solutions ensure that authentication protocols are strictly followed and data transfers are encrypted to protect sensitive information at all stages of transmission.
About Google Drive
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.
