How to connect Google contacts and Google Drive
Create a New Scenario to Connect Google contacts and Google Drive
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Google contacts, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Google contacts or Google Drive will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Google contacts or Google Drive, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Google contacts Node
Select the Google contacts node from the app selection panel on the right.


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Configure the Google contacts
Click on the Google contacts node to configure it. You can modify the Google contacts URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Google Drive Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Google contacts node, select Google Drive from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Google Drive.


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Authenticate Google Drive
Now, click the Google Drive node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Google Drive settings. Authentication allows you to use Google Drive through Latenode.
Configure the Google contacts and Google Drive Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Google contacts and Google Drive Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Google contacts, Google Drive, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Google contacts and Google Drive integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google contacts and Google Drive (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Google contacts and Google Drive
Google Contacts + Google Sheets + Google Drive: When a new contact is added to Google Contacts, their information is added as a new row to a Google Sheet. This sheet is then backed up to Google Drive for safekeeping.
Google Contacts + Google Drive + Gmail: When a new contact is added to Google Contacts, a welcome kit is sent via Gmail. The kit's content is fetched from a specific file in Google Drive.
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About Google contacts
Sync Google Contacts with Latenode to automate contact management. Update records, trigger follow-ups, or enrich profiles based on events in other apps. Avoid manual data entry; use Latenode’s visual builder to create flows that sync contacts across your marketing and sales tools, adding custom logic without coding.
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About Google Drive
Automate file management with Google Drive in Latenode. Trigger workflows from new files, automatically back up data, or sync documents across platforms. Use Latenode's visual editor and built-in tools for custom logic, JavaScript, and AI. Scale your Google Drive workflows without code and connect to any service.
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FAQ Google contacts and Google Drive
How can I connect my Google contacts account to Google Drive using Latenode?
To connect your Google contacts account to Google Drive on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Google contacts and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Google contacts and Google Drive accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically backup contact info to Drive?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you schedule backups with a visual interface. Benefit: Protect contact data against loss with automated Drive backups.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google contacts with Google Drive?
Integrating Google contacts with Google Drive allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically backing up new contact details to a Drive spreadsheet.
- Creating folders in Drive for each new contact added.
- Saving contact profile pictures to a dedicated Drive folder.
- Generating shareable Drive links for contact information.
- Updating a contact's Drive folder when their details change.
HowcanIautomaticallycreateDrivefoldersfromnewcontacts?
Latenode's visual editor makes it easy. Trigger on new contact, then use the "Create Folder" block, dynamically naming it.
Are there any limitations to the Google contacts and Google Drive integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large-scale data transfers may be subject to Google API usage limits.
- Complex folder structures might require custom JavaScript functions.
- Real-time synchronization depends on the polling interval configured.