How to connect Google Drive and Google Cloud BigQuery (REST)
Create a New Scenario to Connect Google Drive and Google Cloud BigQuery (REST)
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 Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Google Drive or Google Cloud BigQuery (REST), 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 Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Google Drive node, select Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Google Cloud BigQuery (REST).


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Authenticate Google Cloud BigQuery (REST)
Now, click the Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) settings. Authentication allows you to use Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) through Latenode.
Configure the Google Drive and Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) 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 Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) 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, Google Cloud BigQuery (REST), 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 Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google Drive and Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) (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 Google Cloud BigQuery (REST)
Google Drive + Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) + Google Sheets: When a file is added to a specific Google Drive folder, the file metadata is logged to a BigQuery dataset. Subsequently, a Google Sheet is updated with a summary report based on the BigQuery data.
Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) + Google Drive + Slack: Schedule a query in BigQuery to run periodically. Save the query results as a CSV file in a designated Google Drive folder. Then send a summary of the results via a Slack message.
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About Google Drive
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Automate BigQuery data workflows in Latenode. Query and analyze massive datasets directly within your automation scenarios, bypassing manual SQL. Schedule queries, transform results with JavaScript, and pipe data to other apps. Scale your data processing without complex coding or expensive per-operation fees. Perfect for reporting, analytics, and data warehousing automation.
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FAQ Google Drive and Google Cloud BigQuery (REST)
How can I connect my Google Drive account to Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) using Latenode?
To connect your Google Drive account to Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) 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 Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate data backups from Google Drive to BigQuery?
Yes, easily! Latenode's visual editor simplifies setup. Securely back up critical files, leveraging BigQuery's scalability and Latenode’s no-code and JS code capabilities.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google Drive with Google Cloud BigQuery (REST)?
Integrating Google Drive with Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically import CSV files from Google Drive into BigQuery tables.
- Analyze Google Drive documents' content using BigQuery's text analysis features.
- Archive older Google Drive files to BigQuery for long-term storage and analysis.
- Create dashboards in BigQuery based on data extracted from Google Drive spreadsheets.
- Trigger BigQuery queries when new files are added to a specific Google Drive folder.
Can I process large Google Drive files efficiently in Latenode?
Yes. Latenode handles large files with streams and parallel processing, avoiding memory issues during your Google Drive and BigQuery workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Google Drive and Google Cloud BigQuery (REST) integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large file transfers may be subject to Google Drive API rate limits.
- Complex data transformations might require custom JavaScript code.
- Real-time synchronization is not supported; data transfer is batch-oriented.