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recipe-email-drive-link

Locate a Google Drive file, grant access, and email the link.

8|3|Updated Feb 8, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#permissions#email#sharing#drive#google-drive#gws
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/haberlah/dotfiles-claude --skill recipe-email-drive-link-haberlah
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: recipe-email-drive-link
Source: https://github.com/haberlah/dotfiles-claude/tree/main/skills/recipe-email-drive-link
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/haberlah/dotfiles-claude --skill recipe-email-drive-link-haberlah

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams share Google Drive files with recipients by generating accessible links and sending them with a tailored message, reducing manual steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • File discovery: locate Drive files by name or ID using the gws-drive tool.
  • Access control: grant or update permissions with gws drive permissions create.
  • Email delivery: compose and send the email with the Drive link via gws Gmail.

Quick Start

Run this recipe to locate a Drive file by name, share access, and email the link to recipients.

Frequently Asked Questions about recipe-email-drive-link

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate sending a Google Drive link via email to clients?▼

To automate sending a Google Drive link via email, this skill locates the file by name, grants the necessary access permissions, and composes an email with the link and a custom message to your recipients.

Can I grant Drive file permissions and share the link in one automated step?▼

Yes, you can grant Drive file permissions and share the link in one automated step. The workflow uses gws drive permissions create to set access and gws gmail to deliver the link directly to recipients.

What is the best way to share Google Workspace Drive documents with external teammates?▼

The best way to share Google Workspace Drive documents is using an automated recipe that finds the file, updates its sharing settings, and emails the link, ensuring fast and auditable document delivery for reports or proposals.

Does this workflow support finding Drive files by name before sharing?▼

Yes, this workflow supports finding Drive files by name. It uses the gws drive files list command to locate the specific document before applying permissions and sending the email communication.

Can I customize the email message when sending a Drive file link?▼

Yes, you can customize the email message when sending a Drive file link. The skill composes and sends the email via gws gmail, allowing you to include a tailored message alongside the shared document link.

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