How to Create Text Files in Dropbox for Each New Google Document Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automate the creation of text files in Dropbox for each new Google Document using Pabbly Connect. Step-by-step tutorial included. Revolutionize your productivity approach with just a few strategic clicks. Uncover professional methods for connecting applications and creating workflows that reclaim hours of your week.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To begin the integration process, you need to access Pabbly Connect. Start by entering the URL Pabbly.com/connect in your browser. This will take you to the landing page of the software.

On the right side, you will see options to either sign in or sign up for free. If you are a new user, click on ‘Sign Up’ to create an account, which takes just a few minutes. Existing users should click on ‘Sign In’. Once logged in, you will reach the applications page where you can access Pabbly Connect.

2. Creating a New Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After accessing Pabbly Connect, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button to set up a new integration. A dialog box will prompt you to name your workflow. Here, you can name it something descriptive like ‘Create Text Files in Dropbox for Each New Google Document’.

Once you name your workflow, click on ‘Create’. You will be directed to a new window with two important sections: Trigger and Action. The Trigger will be Google Docs, and the Action will be Dropbox. This setup will ensure that every time a new document is created in Google Docs, it will automatically save as a text file in Dropbox.

3. Setting Up Google Docs as the Trigger

In this step, you will set Google Docs as the trigger application in Pabbly Connect. Click on Google Docs and select the trigger event as ‘New Document’. This means the workflow will run every time a new document is created.

Next, you will need to connect your Google Docs account. Click on ‘Connect’ and then ‘Add New Connection’. Sign in with your Google account and grant the necessary permissions. Once authorized, Pabbly Connect will successfully connect to your Google Docs account. You can then test this connection by saving and sending a test request to ensure it retrieves the latest document.

4. Adding Delay and Sharing the Document via Google Drive

After successfully setting up the trigger, you will add a delay to allow time for the document to be created. Use the delay feature in Pabbly Connect to set a waiting period of 5 minutes. This step is crucial as it ensures that the document is fully available before attempting to share it.

• Select the delay duration (e.g., 5 minutes).
• Confirm the delay and proceed to the next step.

Next, add Google Drive as another action step. Choose the action event as ‘Share File with Anyone’. Connect your Google Drive account in the same manner as before. After successful authorization, you will need to map the file ID from the previous steps to ensure the correct document is shared.

5. Finalizing the Upload to Dropbox

In this final step, you will set Dropbox as the action application in Pabbly Connect. Choose the action event as ‘Upload a File’. Again, connect your Dropbox account by clicking on ‘Add New Connection’ and granting access.

Now, provide the file URL from the previous steps and specify the file name with the proper extension (e.g., .txt). Set the folder path in your Dropbox where you want the text file to be uploaded. After configuring these details, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’. Upon successful completion, check your Dropbox folder to confirm that the text file has been created successfully.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can easily automate the process of creating text files in Dropbox for each new Google Document using Pabbly Connect. This integration not only saves time but also ensures that your documents are stored in a preferred format.