How to Upload Files in OneDrive from New Google Forms Responses Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automate file uploads from Google Forms to OneDrive using Pabbly Connect. Step-by-step tutorial for seamless integration. Explore systematic approaches to creating efficient automation solutions that convert technical concepts into practical, implementable instructions.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Automation

To automate the process of uploading files from Google Forms to OneDrive, you will first need to access Pabbly Connect. Start by signing up for a free account on Pabbly Connect if you haven’t already. This platform allows you to create workflows that integrate various applications seamlessly.

Once logged in, navigate to your dashboard and click on the blue button labeled ‘Create Workflow’. Here, you can name your workflow, such as ‘Google Forms to OneDrive’, and proceed to set up your integration between Google Forms and OneDrive using Pabbly Connect.

2. Setting Up Google Forms Trigger in Pabbly Connect

In this step, you will configure the trigger for your workflow in Pabbly Connect. Select Google Forms as your application and choose the trigger event as ‘New Response Received’. This means that every time a form is submitted, it will trigger the workflow.

• Select the Google Forms application as your trigger.
• Choose ‘New Response Received’ as the trigger event.
• Copy the webhook URL provided by Pabbly Connect.

Next, you will need to link this webhook URL to your Google Form. Go to the responses section of your Google Form and select the linked Google Sheet. Open the sheet, click on Extensions, then Add-ons, and install the Pabbly Connect Webhook add-on if you haven’t done so already. Paste the webhook URL into the add-on and specify the trigger column, which is typically the final data column where responses will be filled.

3. Testing the Google Forms Integration with Pabbly Connect

After setting up the trigger, it’s crucial to test the integration to ensure that it works correctly. Submit a dummy response through your Google Form, including a file upload. This will allow you to verify that the data is captured in the Google Sheet and sent to Pabbly Connect.

• Submit a test response in the Google Form.
• Check the linked Google Sheet to confirm the response is recorded.
• Return to Pabbly Connect to see if the data has been received.

If the test is successful, you will see the submitted data, including the file URL, in Pabbly Connect. This confirms that the connection between Google Forms and Pabbly Connect is functioning properly.

4. Uploading Files to OneDrive Using Pabbly Connect

Now that the Google Forms integration is confirmed, the next step is to upload the files to OneDrive. In Pabbly Connect, add Microsoft OneDrive as your action application and select the action event as ‘Upload File’. This will allow you to upload the file received from the Google Form submission directly to your OneDrive account.

Connect your Microsoft OneDrive account to Pabbly Connect by clicking on the connect button and providing the necessary permissions. Once connected, select the folder in OneDrive where you want the files to be uploaded. You can map the file URL from the previous step to ensure the correct file is uploaded.

5. Finalizing the Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After mapping the necessary fields, it’s time to finalize your workflow in Pabbly Connect. Provide a file name for the uploaded document, using dynamic fields to include the applicant’s name, and specify the file extension (e.g., .pdf). Once everything is set, click on the ‘Save and Send Test Request’ button to execute the workflow.

Finally, check your OneDrive account to ensure that the file has been uploaded successfully. This automation means that every time a new response is received in Google Forms, the corresponding file will be automatically uploaded to your OneDrive folder without any manual intervention, thanks to Pabbly Connect.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to automate the process of uploading files from Google Forms to OneDrive using Pabbly Connect. By following these steps, you can ensure that every form submission is automatically saved to your OneDrive, streamlining your workflow and enhancing productivity.