How to Upload Files from Pabbly Form Builder Responses to Google Drive

Learn how to seamlessly upload files from Pabbly Form Builder responses directly to Google Drive using Pabbly Form Builder. This step-by-step tutorial covers the entire process.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Form Builder for File Uploads

To begin the process of uploading files from Pabbly Form Builder responses to Google Drive, you first need to create a form. This form can be a job application where applicants upload their resumes. By utilizing Pabbly Form Builder, you can easily set up fields for file uploads.

Once your form is created, ensure that the file upload option is included. This allows users to submit their resume files directly through the form. After setting up the form, you can proceed to connect it with Pabbly Connect for further automation.

2. Connecting Pabbly Form Builder to Pabbly Connect

Now, it’s time to connect your Pabbly Form Builder to Pabbly Connect. This is essential for automating the file upload process. Begin by logging into your Pabbly Connect account and creating a new workflow. Name it something relevant, like ‘Pabbly Form Builder to Google Drive’.

In the workflow, you will set up a trigger and an action. The trigger will be a new form submission from Pabbly Form Builder. Follow these steps:

• Log into Pabbly Connect and click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button.
• Select Pabbly Form Builder as the app and choose ‘New Form Submission’ as the trigger event.
• Copy the webhook URL provided and add it to your form in Pabbly Form Builder.

Once the webhook is added, your Pabbly Form Builder form will be connected to Pabbly Connect, allowing you to capture submissions automatically.

3. Mapping Pabbly Form Builder Data to Google Drive

After setting up the trigger, the next step is to map the data from Pabbly Form Builder to Google Drive. In your Pabbly Connect workflow, you will add an action step to upload files to Google Drive. Select Google Drive as the app and choose ‘Upload a File’ as the action event.

During this process, you will need to provide the file URL and specify the destination folder in Google Drive. Follow these steps to complete the mapping:

• Connect your Google Drive account to Pabbly Connect.
• Map the file URL from the Pabbly Form Builder response to the upload field.
• Enter the folder ID where you want to save the uploaded files.

This mapping ensures that every time a form is submitted, the uploaded file is automatically sent to your specified Google Drive folder.

4. Testing the Integration Between Pabbly Form Builder and Google Drive

Once you have completed the setup, it’s crucial to test the integration to ensure everything works smoothly. Submit a test entry in your Pabbly Form Builder form, including a file upload. After submission, check Pabbly Connect to see if the response has been captured.

Next, verify that the file has been uploaded to your Google Drive folder as intended. If the file appears correctly, your integration is functioning as expected. If not, revisit your mapping steps to ensure everything was set up correctly.

After testing, you can continue to refine your form and automation as needed. This integration will save you time and streamline your workflow by automating file uploads from Pabbly Form Builder to Google Drive.

5. Conclusion

In this tutorial, we demonstrated how to upload files from Pabbly Form Builder responses to Google Drive using Pabbly Connect. By following the detailed steps, you can automate this process efficiently. This integration not only saves time but also ensures that all submitted files are organized and easily accessible.

Using Pabbly Form Builder and Pabbly Connect, you can create powerful automations that enhance your workflow and improve productivity. Start implementing this integration today for seamless file management!