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Why isn't Gemini using the file text in my prompt?


As per image below i have 3 steps, 1 - detect new file in folder on google drive, then 2 the step below, gemini conversation where i include my prompt with the file txt include at the bottom. However when testing the output it doesnt use the file txt.

 

Best answer by Troy TessaloneBest answer by Troy Tessalone

Hi ​@CHerald 

The mapped variable “File Txt” is a temp file and not the actual file contents.

 

Add this Zap step: Files by Zapier - Text from File

 

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Troy Tessalone
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  • January 6, 2025

Hi ​@CHerald 

The mapped variable “File Txt” is a temp file and not the actual file contents.

 

Add this Zap step: Files by Zapier - Text from File

 


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Troy Tessalone wrote:

Hi ​@CHerald 

The mapped variable “File Txt” is a temp file and not the actual file contents.

 

Add this Zap step: Files by Zapier - Text from File

 

Thanks that worked. 

 


JammerS
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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.