Convert Dropbox Files Using Pabbly Connect and Upload to Google Drive

Learn how to automate file conversion from Dropbox to Google Drive using Pabbly Connect. A step-by-step tutorial on setting up the integration seamlessly. Navigate the automation landscape confidently with clear, structured guidance suitable for professionals regardless of prior technical experience.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Dropbox to Google Drive Integration

To start automating the conversion of Dropbox files to Google Drive, you first need to access Pabbly Connect. Visit the Pabbly website and either sign in or sign up for a free account, which gives you access to free tasks each month.

Once logged in, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You’ll be prompted to name your workflow; for this integration, name it ‘Dropbox to Google Drive.’ This initial setup will guide you through the trigger and action steps necessary for automation.

2. Setting Up the Dropbox Trigger in Pabbly Connect

In the workflow, select Dropbox as your trigger application. Choose the event ‘New File’ which triggers the automation when a new file is added to a specified folder. Click on ‘Add New Connection’ to link your Dropbox account to Pabbly Connect.

• Select the folder path where the new files will be uploaded.
• Map the folder name correctly, ensuring to include the necessary slashes.
• Upload a test file to see if the integration captures the response successfully.

After uploading a test file, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to verify that Pabbly Connect has successfully connected to Dropbox and captured the file details.

3. Configuring CloudConvert Action in Pabbly Connect

Next, add an action step by selecting CloudConvert as your action application. Choose the action event ‘Convert a File’. Connect your CloudConvert account to Pabbly Connect to facilitate the file conversion process.

In this step, you will need to map the file URL obtained from the Dropbox trigger. Specify the input format of the file (for example, JPG) and the desired output format (like PNG). Additionally, provide the output file name, ensuring it includes the correct extension.

• Map the file URL from the Dropbox response.
• Set the input format based on the file type you uploaded.
• Make sure to format the output file name correctly with the new extension.

After configuring these settings, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to ensure that the file conversion works correctly through Pabbly Connect.

4. Uploading the Converted File to Google Drive

Once the file is converted, the next action is to upload it to Google Drive. Select Google Drive as the action application and choose the event ‘Upload a File’. Connect your Google Drive account to Pabbly Connect to enable the upload process.

In this step, you will need to provide the file URL generated from the CloudConvert action. Additionally, specify the folder ID in Google Drive where the file should be saved, along with the file name.

Map the file URL from the CloudConvert response. Extract the folder ID from the Google Drive URL. Ensure the file name is correctly mapped from the CloudConvert response.

After mapping these fields, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to confirm that the file has been successfully uploaded to Google Drive via Pabbly Connect.

5. Finalizing the Integration and Testing

To finalize the integration, ensure that all fields are mapped correctly. This includes the file URL, folder ID, and file name. Once everything is set, click on ‘Save’ to complete the setup.

Test the entire workflow by uploading a new file to Dropbox. After the file is uploaded, check Google Drive to verify that the converted file appears in the specified folder. This end-to-end process demonstrates how Pabbly Connect seamlessly integrates Dropbox and Google Drive.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to automate the conversion of Dropbox files to Google Drive using Pabbly Connect. By following the outlined steps, you can efficiently manage file conversions and uploads without manual intervention. This integration not only saves time but also enhances productivity.