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1. Choose a Trigger

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2. Choose an Action

The event an automation performs after it's triggered

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Select a trigger from Dext

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with Dext, a trigger could be "Export Receipts When Ready."

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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Submit new Google Drive files as receipts in Dext
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dext + Google Drive integrations

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How do I connect Dext with Google Drive?

To connect Dext with Google Drive, navigate to your integrations tab in your account settings. Select Google Drive from the list of available apps and you'll be prompted to log into your Google account. Once authenticated, you can choose the specific Drive you want to link with and define what permissions Dext has.

Can I customize triggers for Dext-Google Drive integration?

Yes, you can customize various triggers for this integration. You might set up a trigger for when a new document is added to a specific folder in Google Drive or when a document in Dext is updated. These triggers allow you to automate workflows based on specific actions within either platform.

What actions can be automated between Dext and Google Drive?

You can automate several actions such as uploading a receipt from Dext directly into a designated folder in Google Drive or creating a folder in Google Drive when certain conditions are met in Dext. These automations help streamline document organization and ensure critical files are saved appropriately.

Do I need any special permissions to integrate these two apps?

Generally, you'll need permission to access both your Dext account and your Google Drive files. Specific permissions include the ability for the app to view and manage your folders on Google Drive, which you’ll grant during the setup process.

Are there any file format restrictions when uploading from Dext to Google Drive?

When uploading files from Dext to Google Drive through our integration, common file formats like PDF, JPEG, and PNG are supported since they are typically used for receipts and invoices. Make sure your documents are saved in these formats before uploading.

How quickly will files appear on Google Drive after being uploaded from Dext?

Files uploaded from Dext should appear almost instantly on your linked Google Drive; however, this might vary slightly depending on network speed and server loads. Generally, you can expect them within seconds after confirmation of upload.

What happens if there’s an error during file transfer between the two services?

If there's an error during file transfer between Dext and Google Drive, our system will alert you immediately through an email notification or via your dashboard alerts. You will then be able to review the issue at hand—often related to connectivity—and retry once resolved.

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Supported triggers and actions

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- Archive Receipts
- Client Filter
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Threshold
- Client Filter
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Photo
  Required
- Client Filter
Action
Write
- Photo
  Required
- Client Filter
Action
Write
- Drive
- Folder
- Include Deleted Files?
Trigger
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

- Client Filter
Trigger
Scheduled
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- First Name
  Required
- Last Name
  Required
- Email
  Required
- Mobile Number
- Account Name
Action
Write
Check Number of Processed Receipts
Check if you have newly processed items submitted by your clients. Sample data is an overview of new receipts for a demo company.
Action
Write
- 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

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