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How to create a Google Drive folder when a monday.com item is created
Choose the new-item automation to create a Google Drive folder each time an item is added to your board, then save the folder URL in a Link column.
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When to use this template#
Give each new client onboarding item its own folder inside your Clients folder.
| Trigger | Action |
|---|---|
| When an item is created | Create a new folder inside a Google Drive folder and save its link in a column. |
Configure the template#
- 1
Open your board’s Integrate area and find DriveSync.
- 2
Select the template matching this trigger and action.
- 3
Connect your accounts if prompted, then configure the fields below.
- 4
Save the automation to your board.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Parent folder URL | Open the destination folder in Drive and copy its URL. |
| Column | Choose the Link column that will store the new folder URL. |
Run a first test#
Create one new item. Follow its saved link and check that the folder is inside your chosen parent.
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