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

Add the PDF.co Node
Select the PDF.co node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Add the Google Drive Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the PDF.co 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 PDF.co 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 PDF.co 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 PDF.co, 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 PDF.co and Google Drive integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between PDF.co 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 PDF.co and Google Drive
PDF.co + Google Drive + Slack: When a PDF is processed by PDF.co, it is automatically saved to a specified folder in Google Drive. A notification is then sent to a Slack channel to alert the team of the newly saved file.
Google Drive + PDF.co + Email: When a new PDF file is added to a specific Google Drive folder, PDF.co automatically parses the document. The parsed data is then sent as content of a new email.
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FAQ PDF.co and Google Drive
How can I connect my PDF.co account to Google Drive using Latenode?
To connect your PDF.co account to Google Drive on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select PDF.co and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your PDF.co and Google Drive accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically backup processed PDF.co documents to Google Drive?
Yes, you can! Latenode enables automatic backups with its visual editor. Securely archive processed PDF documents and leverage Google Drive's storage capabilities with ease.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating PDF.co with Google Drive?
Integrating PDF.co with Google Drive allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically archiving converted PDFs into specific Google Drive folders.
- Extracting data from PDFs stored in Google Drive and saving it to a database.
- Watermarking PDFs in Google Drive and saving the updated versions.
- Converting scanned images in Google Drive to searchable PDF documents.
- Merging multiple PDF files from Google Drive into a single document.
How secure is PDF.co integration when used with Latenode?
Latenode uses secure authentication and data encryption to protect your PDF.co and Google Drive data during integration and workflow execution.
Are there any limitations to the PDF.co and Google Drive integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large PDF files might take longer to process, depending on your PDF.co subscription level.
- Advanced PDF.co features might require a higher-tier PDF.co subscription.
- Google Drive API usage limits apply based on your Google account type.