Request task files through Dropbox
Turn a new action item into one clear place for supporting files.
Trigger
New Task Created
Triggers when a new task (action item) is created in Confluence.
Action
Create file request
Tool to create a new file request in dropbox. use when you need to request files from others by generating a unique link for uploads to a specified dropbox folder, optionally with a deadline.
Why this helps
Task owners chase attachments across messages and lose the evidence they need.
- Gives contributors one upload link
- Keeps task evidence together
- Cuts follow-up messages
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Confluence and Dropbox once in Notis.
- 2Create an automation instructing Notis to create a Dropbox file request for each new task and include the task context in the request name.
- 3Pick the New Task Created trigger.
- 4Choose a report channel and test with one real task.
Questions about this workflow
Can the request have a deadline?
Yes. The Dropbox file request action supports an optional deadline.
Where should contributors upload?
Specify the Dropbox folder in the automation instruction.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Confluence to Dropbox. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Confluence triggers
Dropbox actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Create file request
Tool to create a new file request in dropbox. use when you need to request files from others by generating a unique link for uploads to a specified dropbox folder, optionally with a deadline.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Create folder
Tool to create a new folder at a specified path in dropbox. use when you need to organize files by creating a new directory. requires the 'files.content.write' scope.
New Attachment Added
Triggers when a new attachment is uploaded to a Confluence page. Optionally filters by media type.
Create paper document
Creates a new dropbox paper document at the specified path using html or markdown content.
Blog Post Added to Label
Triggers when a new blog post is added to a specific label in Confluence.
Delete file or folder
Permanently deletes the file or folder at the specified path in dropbox. use when you need to remove a specific file or folder. requires the `files.content.write` scope.
Blogpost Inline Comment Added
Triggers when a new inline comment is added to a Confluence blog post.
Get about me
Tool to get information about the current user's dropbox account. use when you need to retrieve account details like email, name, or account type.
Blog Post Like Count Changed
Triggers when a Confluence blog post's like count changes (someone likes or unlikes).
List files in folder
Tool to list files and folders in a specified dropbox directory. use when you need to see the contents of a folder, including subfolders if recursive is true.
Blog Post Updated
Triggers when a Confluence blog post is updated (any edit that creates a new version).
List folder contents
Retrieves a list of folders, files, and deleted entries from a specified dropbox path.
Content Restrictions Changed
Triggers when view or edit restrictions change on a Confluence page or blog post. Detects user/group restrictions being added, removed, or modified.
Move file or folder
Move file or folder
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Confluence and Dropbox, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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