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Hello!

I am looking for an automated notification when a new file is placed into a google drive folder but also contains a specific string or set of strings in the name of the file.

 

Can this be done?

Hi! I’d do the following:

  • “New File in Folder” (specify the file from the dropdown list you’re shown)
  • Filter Step: Only continue IF // {{File Title}} // CONTAINS // _specific string_ (you can add AND/OR conditions to refine the filter or make it broader)

I don’t know of a GDrive trigger step that directly does the filtering, but you lose nothing by putting a Zapier Filter step just after, since this kind of step is not discounted from your Zapier monthly task allowance :)


Hi ​@intracarehs 

Help link about the Filter Zap app: https://zapier.com/apps/filter/integrations#help


Thank you all, I believe this took care of my need, I am new to using ZAP and didn’t realize the added steps could take care of it.


Wow! Thank you for confirming that Troy’s resolution got the Zap running. This will significantly help our Community members to have as a reference for the same issue.