Files & Documents
Automatically save email attachments to Google Drive
3 nodes
122
73
Automatic trigger
Workflow Description
This automation monitors incoming Gmail messages, identifies and extracts all attachments, then transfers them directly to a designated Google Drive folder. It eliminates manual file handling and keeps your documents centralized and organized.
How it works
- 1.Detect new emails in Gmail inbox
- 2.Extract attachments from incoming messages
- 3.Transfer files to Google Drive destination folder
Use cases
- Archive invoices and financial documents from email automatically
- Centralize client files and contracts in one shared folder
- Organize project submissions and backup files in real time
Requirements
- Active Gmail account with permission to access messages
- Google Drive account with a designated folder for file storage
Service Value
Ideal as a smart automation service combining integrations and AI to produce ready-to-use results.
Apps Used
Gmail
Google Drive
Details
Trigger
Automatic trigger
Nodes
3
Apps
2
Views
122
Downloads
73
How to Use
- 1.Click "Download Template"
- 2.Open your n8n dashboard
- 3.Go to Workflows > Import from File
- 4.Select downloaded file and configure credentials
Nodes Used (3)
Trigger - New Email
Gmail
attach binary data outputs
Function
upload files to google drive
Google Drive