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


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Authenticate Kintone
Now, click the Kintone node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Kintone settings. Authentication allows you to use Kintone through Latenode.
Configure the Google Drive and Kintone 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 Kintone 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, Kintone, 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 Kintone integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google Drive and Kintone (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 Kintone
Google Drive + Kintone + Slack: When a new file is added to a specific folder in Google Drive, the automation checks if the file is related to a Kintone project by searching Kintone records. If a matching Kintone record is found, a message is sent to a designated Slack channel, notifying the team about the new file and its corresponding project.
Kintone + Google Docs + Google Drive: When a new record is created in Kintone, this automation creates a new Google Doc using data from that record. The newly created Google Doc is then saved to a specific folder in Google Drive.
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About Google Drive
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Integrate Kintone into Latenode to automate custom application workflows. Sync data, trigger actions, and manage processes without code. Extend Kintone's capabilities with Latenode's visual builder, JavaScript functions, and AI tools to automate data validation, reporting, and notifications. Scale efficiently and only pay for what you use.
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FAQ Google Drive and Kintone
How can I connect my Google Drive account to Kintone using Latenode?
To connect your Google Drive account to Kintone 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 Kintone accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically back up Kintone records to Google Drive?
Yes, you can! With Latenode, easily automate backups of your Kintone data to Google Drive. This ensures data safety and provides a readily accessible archive, even at scale.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google Drive with Kintone?
Integrating Google Drive with Kintone allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically creating a Kintone record from a new Google Drive file.
- Generating reports in Google Sheets based on Kintone data.
- Storing Kintone attachments directly in a specified Google Drive folder.
- Syncing project files in Google Drive with related tasks in Kintone.
- Triggering Kintone updates when a Google Drive document is modified.
How secure is my Google Drive data when using Latenode integrations?
Latenode uses secure authentication methods to protect your Google Drive data. You control access permissions, ensuring data privacy and compliance.
Are there any limitations to the Google Drive and Kintone 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 may require JavaScript knowledge.
- Real-time synchronization depends on Google Drive's event notification system.