Node Inputs

  • file: A path or identifier to a file stored within Google Drive. This can be the direct link to the file, or the unique file ID associated with the file in Google Drive. This node supports various file types including Google Sheets/Docs, PDF, JSON, CSV, TXT, and HTML.

Node Output

  • file contents: The content of the specified file in text format, allowing further manipulation or analysis of the file’s data.

Node Functionality

When To Use

Use the Google Drive File Reader node when you need to retrieve and work with the contents of files stored in Google Drive. It allows you to seamlessly access and read data without having to manually download files.

This node is particularly useful when your automation requires processing or analyzing documents and spreadsheets that are regularly updated or managed by multiple collaborators in a shared Google Drive environment. By integrating this node into your workflow, you can automate the ingestion of data from various document types directly into your system, saving time and reducing manual effort.

Whether you are compiling reports, analyzing survey data, or aggregating information across multiple sources, the Google Drive File Reader node provides a bridge between your Google Drive content and your automated processes. Its support for list operations and recognition as a key operator further enable handling of numerous files or extensive datasets with ease.