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Last updated Dec 6, 2024

Download File

UiPath.GSuite.Activities.DownloadFile

Description

Downloads a file from the user's instance of Google Drive.

Scopes

This activity requires the following scopes:

  • https://www.googleapis.com/auth/drive.readonly

OR

  • https://www.googleapis.com/auth/drive

Project compatibility

Windows - Legacy | Windows

Configuration

In the Body of the Activity
  • File - The ID of the file that you want to download. This property supports String variables and string formatted values. When entering your value, use the exact File ID, or the output property variable from a previous Find Files And Folders or Copy File activity. If the location path does not include a specific file extension, the file saves without an extension.
  • Download as file - The path/location where to download the file. This property supports String variables and string formatted values. If not specified, the file is downloaded in the project folder using the name and extension from Google Drive.
Properties Panel

Common

  • ContinueOnError - If set, the remaining activities are executed if the current activity fails. This field supports Boolean values.
  • DisplayName - The display name of the activity. This property supports String variables and string formatted values.

Input

  • FileID - The ID of the file to be downloaded. The ID can be retrieved either from the web interface or by using a Find Files and Folders activity.
  • LocalPath - The path where the file will be saved. This also specifies the name and extension of the downloaded file.

Misc

  • Private - If selected, the values of variables and arguments are no longer logged at Verbose level. This field supports Boolean values.
  • Description
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