gws-workflow-file-announce

Announce a Google Drive file in a Chat space via a gws workflow command.

4|2|Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill gws-workflow-file-announce-73ai
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Skill: gws-workflow-file-announce
Source: https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit/tree/main/skills/gws-workflow-file-announce
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill gws-workflow-file-announce-73ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Announce a Google Drive file in a Chat space via a single gws workflow command to share assets without leaving your chat app.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Announce Drive files to a Chat space with a simple command.
  • Fetch file metadata from Drive to build a contextual message and support a custom message through the --message flag.
  • Control output formatting with the --format option and target the correct chat space with the --space flag.
  • Prerequisites rely on global flags and auth defined in gws-shared to ensure secure access.

Quick Start

Run the command gws workflow +file-announce --file-id <ID> --space spaces/ABC123 to announce the Drive file in the Chat space.

Frequently Asked Questions about gws-workflow-file-announce

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I announce a Google Drive file to a Google Chat space from the command line?

To announce a Google Drive file to a Google Chat space, run the gws workflow command with the specific file-id and target space parameters. This fetches Drive metadata to build and post the announcement directly in chat.

Can I add a custom message when sharing a Google Drive file in Chat?

Yes, you can include a custom message when announcing a Google Drive file by using the --message flag. This allows you to append contextual text alongside the automatically generated Drive metadata.

What flags are available to format the Google Drive file announcement in Chat?

You can control the formatting of the Drive file announcement by using the --format flag. Additionally, the --space flag targets the correct Chat space and --file-id specifies the Drive asset.

Do I need to set up authentication before announcing Drive files to a Chat space?

Yes, announcing Drive files requires authentication defined in gws-shared to ensure secure access. Prerequisites also rely on global flags to enforce proper access before executing the workflow command.

What is the best way to share Drive files in a Chat space for team collaboration?

Using a single gws workflow command to announce Drive files in a Chat space accelerates team collaboration and decision-making. It reduces friction by sharing contextual Drive assets without leaving the chat app.

Does this workflow command fetch metadata from Google Drive before posting to Chat?

Yes, the workflow command reads Google Drive file metadata to build a contextual announcement message before posting it to the Chat space. This ensures the chat includes accurate file information automatically.