How to connect Google Drive and Captions
Create a New Scenario to Connect Google Drive and Captions
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 Drive, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Google Drive or Captions will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Google Drive or Captions, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

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


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


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Authenticate Captions
Now, click the Captions node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Captions settings. Authentication allows you to use Captions through Latenode.
Configure the Google Drive and Captions 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 Drive and Captions 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 Drive, Captions, 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 Drive and Captions integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google Drive and Captions (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Google Drive and Captions
Google Drive + Captions + Slack: When a new video file is added to Google Drive, automatically generate captions using the Captions app and post them to a designated Slack channel for team review.
Captions + Google Drive + Google Docs: When video captions are automatically generated, save the captions to Google Drive as a text file, and then create a Google Doc containing the same transcript for accessibility and sharing.
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About Captions
Need accurate, automated captions for videos? Integrate Captions with Latenode to generate and sync subtitles across platforms. Automate video accessibility for marketing, training, or support. Latenode adds scheduling, file handling, and error control to Captions, making scalable captioning workflows simple and efficient.
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FAQ Google Drive and Captions
How can I connect my Google Drive account to Captions using Latenode?
To connect your Google Drive account to Captions on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Google Drive and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Google Drive and Captions accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically back up Captions transcripts to Google Drive?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows automatic transcript backups to Google Drive. This ensures data security and easy access. Leverage Latenode’s scheduler for seamless, automated backups.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google Drive with Captions?
Integrating Google Drive with Captions allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically save Captions transcripts to a specific Google Drive folder.
- Trigger Captions workflows when new videos are added to Google Drive.
- Extract text from Google Drive documents and add them as Captions.
- Share Captions transcripts stored in Google Drive with team members.
- Create searchable archives of Captions videos within Google Drive.
How secure is the Google Drive integration in Latenode?
Latenode uses secure OAuth 2.0 authentication for Google Drive, ensuring your credentials are never stored. Data transmission is encrypted for optimal security.
Are there any limitations to the Google Drive and Captions integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large video files may take longer to process and upload.
- Google Drive API usage limits may apply depending on your Google account.
- Complex Captions formatting might not be fully preserved in plain text exports.