Handle file sharing requests from text
Turn a clear, authorized text request into the matching Drive permission update.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Add file sharing preference
Modifies sharing permissions for an existing google drive file, granting a specified role to a user, group, domain, or 'anyone'.
Why this helps
Sharing requests get buried in SMS, leaving people waiting for access.
- Reduce delay on clear sharing requests
- Keep the requested file and recipient together
- Apply the requested role when it is explicitly provided
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Android Texter and Google Drive in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, then New Automation.
- 3Instruct Notis to update sharing only when the SMS event clearly identifies the file, recipient, and requested role.
- 4Pick the webhook trigger and set the report destination.
- 5Test with one real, authorized request and verify the file permission in Drive.
Questions about this workflow
What must the SMS event include?
It should identify the Drive file, recipient, and requested sharing role. Missing details should be clarified before changing access.
Can this grant access to anyone?
The action supports that permission type, but only request it when the message explicitly authorizes public access.
When this happens · Trigger
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Android Texter to Google Drive. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Android Texter triggers
Google Drive actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Add file sharing preference
Modifies sharing permissions for an existing google drive file, granting a specified role to a user, group, domain, or 'anyone'.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
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Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Android Texter and Google Drive, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
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