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gws-workflow-file-announce

Announce a Drive file in a Google Chat space using file ID and space ID.

8|3|Updated Feb 8, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#drive#notification#google-chat#spaces#announce#gws
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/haberlah/dotfiles-claude --skill gws-workflow-file-announce-haberlah
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Skill: gws-workflow-file-announce
Source: https://github.com/haberlah/dotfiles-claude/tree/main/skills/gws-workflow-file-announce
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/haberlah/dotfiles-claude --skill gws-workflow-file-announce-haberlah

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates notifying a Google Chat space when a Drive file is created or updated, ensuring the right teammates are alerted without manual steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Announce Drive files in a designated Google Chat space when a file is added or updated in Drive.
  • Auto-populate the announcement with the file name fetched from Drive to build the message.
  • Use Case: A product team wants to broadcast new design assets to a project chat space as soon as they are uploaded.

Quick Start

Run the gws workflow +file-announce with --file-id <FILE_ID> and --space <SPACE_ID> to post the announcement.

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 Drive file in a Google Chat space?▼

To announce a Drive file in a Google Chat space, you run the workflow by providing the specific file-id and the target space. You can optionally include a custom message and format to customize the notification.

Can I automate Google Chat notifications for new Google Drive files?▼

Yes, you can automate Google Chat notifications for new or updated Google Drive files. This workflow automatically fetches the file name from Drive and posts an announcement to a designated Chat space for immediate team awareness.

What information is required to post a Drive file announcement to Google Chat?▼

Posting a Drive file announcement to Google Chat requires the specific file-id and the target space parameters. You can also supply optional message and format parameters to customize the output, alongside global authentication context.

Does the Google Chat Drive announcement workflow support custom messages?▼

Yes, the Google Chat Drive announcement workflow supports custom messages through the optional message parameter. It also supports a format parameter, allowing you to tailor the announcement alongside the auto-populated file name.

How do Google Workspace workflows handle authentication for Chat space announcements?▼

Google Workspace workflows handle authentication for Chat space announcements by leveraging global authentication and context defined in the shared environment. This ensures secure access to both Drive files and Chat spaces without manual login steps.

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