gws-workflow-file-announce

Announce a Google Drive file in a Chat space via a gws workflow command.

4|2|Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill gws-workflow-file-announce-73ai
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Skill: gws-workflow-file-announce
Source: https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit/tree/main/skills/gws-workflow-file-announce
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill gws-workflow-file-announce-73ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Announce a Google Drive file in a Chat space via a single gws workflow command to share assets without leaving your chat app.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Announce Drive files to a Chat space with a simple command.
  • Fetch file metadata from Drive to build a contextual message and support a custom message through the --message flag.
  • Control output formatting with the --format option and target the correct chat space with the --space flag.
  • Prerequisites rely on global flags and auth defined in gws-shared to ensure secure access.

Quick Start

Run the command gws workflow +file-announce --file-id <ID> --space spaces/ABC123 to announce the Drive file in the Chat space.

Frequently Asked Questions about gws-workflow-file-announce

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I announce a Google Drive file to a Google Chat space from the command line?▼

To announce a Google Drive file to a Google Chat space, run the gws workflow command with the specific file-id and target space parameters. This fetches Drive metadata to build and post the announcement directly in chat.

Can I add a custom message when sharing a Google Drive file in Chat?▼

Yes, you can include a custom message when announcing a Google Drive file by using the --message flag. This allows you to append contextual text alongside the automatically generated Drive metadata.

What flags are available to format the Google Drive file announcement in Chat?▼

You can control the formatting of the Drive file announcement by using the --format flag. Additionally, the --space flag targets the correct Chat space and --file-id specifies the Drive asset.

Do I need to set up authentication before announcing Drive files to a Chat space?▼

Yes, announcing Drive files requires authentication defined in gws-shared to ensure secure access. Prerequisites also rely on global flags to enforce proper access before executing the workflow command.

What is the best way to share Drive files in a Chat space for team collaboration?▼

Using a single gws workflow command to announce Drive files in a Chat space accelerates team collaboration and decision-making. It reduces friction by sharing contextual Drive assets without leaving the chat app.

Does this workflow command fetch metadata from Google Drive before posting to Chat?▼

Yes, the workflow command reads Google Drive file metadata to build a contextual announcement message before posting it to the Chat space. This ensures the chat includes accurate file information automatically.