drive-read

Search, list, and retrieve Google Drive files and metadata via gws CLI.

18|7|Updated Mar 11, 2026

Search Tags:#data retrieval #file search #google drive #document export #gws cli #file metadata

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npx skills add https://github.com/thecloudtips/founder-os --skill drive-read

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Skill: drive-read
Source: https://github.com/thecloudtips/founder-os/tree/main/plugin/skills/infrastructure/gws-drive-read
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/thecloudtips/founder-os --skill drive-read

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of finding, reading, and exporting files from Google Drive, eliminating the need for manual searching or complex API interactions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Search Files: Find files by name, MIME type, modification date, or location within Drive.
Get Metadata: Retrieve detailed information about specific files, including ID, name, type, and modification time.
Export Content: Extract the content of Google Docs, Sheets, and other files into various formats like plain text or PDF.
Use Case: Quickly locate and export the content of all "Q3 Report" Google Docs modified in the last month to a local text file for analysis.

Quick Start

Use the drive-read skill to search for all files named 'quarterly-report' in your Google Drive.

Frequently Asked Questions about drive-read

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I search for Google Drive files by name and modification date?▼

You can search for Google Drive files by name and modification date using the gws CLI, which supports filtering files by MIME type, name, and modification time to retrieve specific documents and their metadata.

Can I export Google Docs content to plain text or PDF without manual downloading?▼

Yes, you can export Google Docs, Sheets, and other Google Drive files directly to plain text or PDF formats using the gws CLI, eliminating the need for manual downloading or complex API interactions.

What do I need to retrieve Google Drive file metadata using the gws CLI?▼

To retrieve Google Drive file metadata using the gws CLI, you need the gws CLI installed and appropriate Drive API scopes configured for either read-only or full access to your Google Workspace environment.

Does the gws CLI support filtering Google Drive files by MIME type?▼

Yes, the gws CLI supports filtering Google Drive files by MIME type, allowing you to list and retrieve specific document types alongside filtering by file name and modification date.

What is the best way to locate recently modified Google Docs for local analysis?▼

The best way to locate recently modified Google Docs for local analysis is to search Google Drive by modification date, filter by document name, and export the file content to plain text using the gws CLI.