Request contributor files for new playlists
Turn a new playlist into a clear submission workflow.
Trigger
New Playlist in YouTube Channel
Triggers when a new playlist is added to a YouTube channel.
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
Contributors receive vague file requests and submissions arrive through disconnected channels.
- Standardize contributor intake
- Keep uploads in one location
- Reduce follow-up messages
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect YouTube and Dropbox in Notis.
- 2Create an automation for contributor intake.
- 3Tell Notis to create a Dropbox file request for the files needed for each new playlist and include a useful deadline when supplied.
- 4Pick New Playlist in YouTube Channel, choose reports, and test with one playlist.
Questions about this workflow
What files can contributors submit?
Specify the required materials in the instruction, such as footage, scripts, or release forms.
Can each playlist have a separate request?
Yes. The workflow can create a new request for each playlist event.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Youtube to Dropbox. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Youtube 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 YouTube Activity
Triggers when a new activity is detected on a YouTube channel.
Create paper document
Creates a new dropbox paper document at the specified path using html or markdown content.
New Item in YouTube Playlist
Triggers when a new item is added to a YouTube playlist.
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.
New Playlist in YouTube Channel
Triggers when a new playlist is added to a YouTube channel.
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.
New YouTube Channel Subscription
Triggers when a new channel is subscribed.
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.
List folder contents
Retrieves a list of folders, files, and deleted entries from a specified dropbox path.
Move file or folder
Move file or folder
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Youtube and Dropbox, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
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