How can I filter for specific types of files?

DryMerge allows you to filter files by their type. Simply specify the file types you want to track, such as PDFs or Word documents, and DryMerge will log only those files into your Google Sheet.

Can I include additional file details in the Google Sheet?

Yes, you can include additional file details such as the file size or creator's email address. Just describe the details you need, and DryMerge will customize the automation for you.

Who would benefit from this automation?

This automation is beneficial for journalists and researchers who need to maintain an organized and easily accessible record of their research documents.

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Google Drive + Google Sheets

Log New Google Drive Files in Google Sheets for Research Tracking

This automation helps journalists and researchers keep a well-organized inventory of their research documents. Whenever a new file is uploaded to Google Drive, its details (like file name, upload date, and folder) are automatically logged into a Google Sheet. This makes it easy to manage and reference all your research materials from one place.

New File Upload

Triggers when a new file is uploaded to Google Drive.

Log File Details

Adds the file's details to your Google Sheet.

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How to use DryMerge

Ask for what you want.

Tell DryMerge what you want to automate using plain English. For example, "Log new Google Drive files in Google Sheets for research tracking"

Log new Google Drive files in Google Sheets for research tracking

DryMerge figures out the details.

Based on your description, DryMerge identifies the apps involved, determines the appropriate triggers and actions, and creates the automation for you.

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Your workflow is ready to go!

Once DryMerge has created your automation, it will run automatically whenever the trigger event occurs, saving you time and effort.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Capabilities

See what DryMerge can do with Google Sheets + Google Drive.

Create Drive Folder

Creates a new Google Drive folder

Delete Drive Folder

Deletes an existing Google Drive folder

Read Drive Folder

Reads details of a Google Drive folder

Search Drive

Searches Google Drive

Create Google Drive File

Creates a new file in Google Drive

Move Drive File

Moves a file to a different folder in Google Drive

List Google Drive Folders

Lists folders in Google Drive, optionally within a specific parent folder

New Google Drive Document

Triggers when a new Google Drive document is created

New Google Drive Folder

Triggers when a new Google Drive folder is created

New Google Drive File

Triggers when a new file is created in Google Drive

Delete Sheet

Handles the deletion of Google Sheets' first tab

Read Sheet

Handles reading from Google Sheets' first tab

App details

Google Drive

Google Drive is a cloud storage service for storing, accessing, and sharing files. Upload, organize, and manage files, and trigger workflows based on file events.

Google Sheets

Google Sheets is a web-based spreadsheet application for creating, editing, and collaborating on spreadsheets. Read, write, and manipulate data for powerful data management and analysis.