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Possible to upload document to Google Drive without converting it?

  • July 7, 2023
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Hi, I’m attempting to upload shipping label PDF’s from a Slack channel to a Google Drive account, and it appears to be converting them into MS docx documents, which totally destroys the label.  I did notice that on the “Upload Document” event, it mentions that it will attempt to convert the file into a Google Doc format if possible:
 

 

I guess my question is, is there any way to get it to not attempt to convert the document?  I briefly looked at some of the API options, but it didn’t look like there was a way to do a multipart/form / file upload via the options presented there.  Any suggestions?

 

Thanks-

Peter / Snap Kitchen

Best answer by Troy Tessalone

Hi @Snap 

Good question.

Try using this Zap action: GDrive - Upload File

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  • Troy TessaloneZapier Orchestrator & Solution Partner
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  • July 7, 2023

Hi @Snap 

Good question.

Try using this Zap action: GDrive - Upload File

⚡ Troy Tessalone - AutomationAce.com | Platinum Zapier Solution Partner | #1 Zapier Community Contributor
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  • July 7, 2023

That absolutely did it, thank you!

Google Drive → Upload File
 

 

select the file from Slack, then make sure *not* to convert it
 

 

And your file will show up in Google Drive just like it does in Slack.  Thanks again!

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  • July 10, 2023

Hi @Snap,

That's great to hear! I'm so glad Troy was able to help you find the right path!

I also wanted to say a big thank you for sharing the solution here. It's really kind of you, and I'm sure it will be incredibly helpful for our other wonderful Community members who may come across a similar issue.

 

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