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recipe-watch-drive-changes

Monitor Google Drive file and folder changes via gws-events subscriptions.

Updated Jun 7, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#subscriptions#notifications#drive#google-drive#pubsub
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vikingokft/vikingo-studio-skills --skill recipe-watch-drive-changes-vikingokft
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: recipe-watch-drive-changes
Source: https://github.com/vikingokft/vikingo-studio-skills/tree/main/google/recipe-watch-drive-changes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vikingokft/vikingo-studio-skills --skill recipe-watch-drive-changes-vikingokft

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Keeps you informed when changes occur to specific Google Drive files or folders, enabling timely responses and automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Subscriptions: create and manage Drive change notifications for chosen resources using gws-events.
  • Monitoring: list active subscriptions and renew before expiry to ensure continuous observation.
  • Prerequisites: load the gws-events skill to enable subscription management.

Quick Start

Create a Drive change subscription with gws-events subscriptions create and verify it with the list command.

Frequently Asked Questions about recipe-watch-drive-changes

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I receive real-time notifications when a Google Drive file changes?▼

To receive real-time Google Drive change notifications, you create a subscription using gws-events, which monitors files or folders and delivers updates through a Pub/Sub notification endpoint.

What is the process for monitoring Google Drive folders for file modifications?▼

Monitoring Google Drive folders requires creating subscriptions via gws-events, listing active monitors, and renewing them before expiry to ensure continuous observation of file modifications.

Do I need to load gws-events to set up Google Drive change subscriptions?▼

Yes, you must load the gws-events skill to enable subscription management, as it handles creating, listing, and renewing the Drive change notifications.

Can I use Google Drive change alerts for automated backups and collaboration audits?▼

Yes, Google Drive change alerts are applicable for Drive-based workflows requiring real-time change tracking, such as triggering automated backups and performing collaboration audits.

How do I list and renew active Google Drive subscriptions before they expire?▼

You use the gws-events list command to view active subscriptions and renew them before expiry, ensuring continuous observation of your Google Drive resources.

What delivery method does Google Drive change tracking use for workflow triggers?▼

Google Drive change tracking uses Pub/Sub notification endpoints for delivery, triggering workflow alerts when specific file or folder modifications occur.

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