> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/botpress/botpress/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Storage & File Management > Connect your Botpress bot to cloud storage and file management platforms Integrate your chatbot with cloud storage services to access, manage, and organize files across multiple platforms. ## Available Storage Integrations Access and manage files in Google Drive Manage files and folders in Dropbox Access pages, databases, and files in Notion Manage documentation and knowledge base files Organize data in flexible database-spreadsheet hybrid Access and update spreadsheet data ## Google Drive **Installation:** ```bash theme={null} bp add googledrive ``` **Description:** Access and manage your Google Drive files from your bot. **Key Features:** * **File Access:** Read and download files * **File Upload:** Upload files to Drive * **Folder Management:** Create and organize folders * **File Search:** Search for files by name or content * **Sharing:** Manage file permissions and sharing * **File Metadata:** Access file properties and details **Use Cases:** * Document retrieval from chat * File upload automation * Shared folder management * Document search assistance * File organization workflows **Actions:** * List files and folders * Upload files * Download files * Create folders * Search files * Update file permissions **Source:** [GitHub](https://github.com/botpress/botpress/tree/master/integrations/googledrive) *** ## Dropbox **Installation:** ```bash theme={null} bp add dropbox ``` **Description:** Manage your files and folders effortlessly. **Key Features:** * **File Management:** Upload, download, and delete files * **Folder Operations:** Create and manage folder structure * **File Sharing:** Generate sharing links * **Search:** Find files across your Dropbox * **Metadata:** Access file information and properties **Use Cases:** * File backup automation * Document sharing via chat * Collaborative file management * File organization assistance * Cloud storage integration **Actions:** * Upload files * Download files * List folder contents * Create folders * Delete files and folders * Create sharing links **Source:** [GitHub](https://github.com/botpress/botpress/tree/master/integrations/dropbox) *** ## Notion **Installation:** ```bash theme={null} bp add notion ``` **Description:** Add pages and comments, manage databases, and engage in discussions — all within your chatbot. **Key Features:** * **Page Management:** Create, read, and update Notion pages * **Database Operations:** Query and manage database entries * **File Access:** Read-only file management * **Comments:** Add comments to pages * **Workspace Organization:** Navigate Notion workspace structure **Use Cases:** * Knowledge base updates * Documentation creation * Database entry from chat * Meeting notes automation * Team wiki management **Actions:** * Create and update pages * Query databases * Add comments * List items in folder * Transfer files to Botpress **Source:** [GitHub](https://github.com/botpress/botpress/tree/master/integrations/notion) *** ## Confluence **Installation:** ```bash theme={null} bp add confluence ``` **Description:** Manage your files and folders effortlessly. **Key Features:** * **Page Management:** Create and update Confluence pages * **Space Access:** Navigate Confluence spaces * **Search:** Find content across Confluence * **Attachments:** Manage file attachments * **Collaboration:** Team documentation workflows **Use Cases:** * Documentation automation * Knowledge base updates * Team wiki management * Meeting notes creation * Content search assistance **Actions:** * Create and update pages * Search content * Manage attachments * Access space information **Source:** [GitHub](https://github.com/botpress/botpress/tree/master/integrations/confluence) *** ## Airtable **Installation:** ```bash theme={null} bp add airtable ``` **Description:** Access and manage Airtable data to allow your chatbot to retrieve details, update records, and organize information. **Key Features:** * **Record Management:** Create, read, update, and list records * **Table Operations:** Create and update table structures * **Flexible Schema:** Work with custom field types * **Views:** Access different table views * **Relationships:** Manage linked records **Use Cases:** * Database management from chat * Data collection and organization * Inventory tracking * Project management databases * CRM-like workflows **Actions:** * Get Table Records * Create Table * Update Table * Create Record * Update Record * List Records **Configuration:** Requires Airtable Personal Access Token and Base ID. **Source:** [GitHub](https://github.com/botpress/botpress/tree/master/integrations/airtable) *** ## Google Sheets **Installation:** ```bash theme={null} bp add gsheets ``` **Description:** Access, update, and append Google Sheets data. **Key Features:** * **Read Data:** Query spreadsheet cells and ranges * **Write Data:** Update cell values * **Append Rows:** Add new data rows * **Formula Support:** Use Google Sheets formulas * **Multiple Sheets:** Work with multiple sheets in a workbook * **Batch Operations:** Update multiple cells at once **Use Cases:** * Data collection from chat * Form submissions to sheets * Report generation * Inventory tracking * Data analysis workflows * Dashboard updates **Actions:** * Read spreadsheet data * Update cell values * Append rows * Create new sheets * Batch updates **Source:** [GitHub](https://github.com/botpress/botpress/tree/master/integrations/gsheets) *** ## File Management Patterns ### File Upload Workflow ```typescript theme={null} // User uploads file in chat const file = event.payload.file // Upload to Google Drive const driveFile = await client.callAction({ type: 'googledrive:uploadFile', input: { name: file.name, content: file.url, folderId: 'destination-folder-id' } }) // Confirm upload await client.createMessage({ conversationId: event.conversationId, userId: client.botId, type: 'text', payload: { text: `File uploaded: ${driveFile.name}` } }) ``` ### File Search & Retrieval ```typescript theme={null} // Search for files const results = await client.callAction({ type: 'googledrive:searchFiles', input: { query: userSearchQuery, limit: 10 } }) // Return results to user for (const file of results.files) { await client.createMessage({ conversationId: event.conversationId, userId: client.botId, type: 'text', payload: { text: `${file.name} - ${file.webViewLink}` } }) } ``` ### Data Collection to Sheets ```typescript theme={null} // Collect data from conversation const userData = { name: event.state.user.name, email: event.state.user.email, response: event.payload.text, timestamp: new Date().toISOString() } // Append to Google Sheets await client.callAction({ type: 'gsheets:appendRow', input: { spreadsheetId: 'your-sheet-id', range: 'Sheet1!A:D', values: [[ userData.name, userData.email, userData.response, userData.timestamp ]] } }) ``` *** ## Best Practices ### Security * **Access Control:** Use service accounts with minimal permissions * **Secure Credentials:** Store API keys and tokens as secrets * **Data Privacy:** Ensure compliance with data protection regulations * **Audit Logs:** Track file access and modifications ### Performance * **Lazy Loading:** Only fetch files when needed * **Caching:** Cache frequently accessed file metadata * **Batch Operations:** Group multiple file operations * **Async Processing:** Handle large files asynchronously ### User Experience * **Progress Indicators:** Show upload/download progress * **Error Handling:** Provide clear error messages * **File Previews:** Show file thumbnails when possible * **Size Limits:** Communicate file size restrictions ### Organization * **Folder Structure:** Maintain organized folder hierarchy * **Naming Conventions:** Use consistent file naming * **Metadata:** Tag files with relevant information * **Cleanup:** Regularly remove unused files *** ## Multi-Storage Strategy Many organizations use multiple storage platforms: ```bash theme={null} # Install multiple storage integrations bp add googledrive dropbox notion ``` **Use cases:** * **Google Drive:** Team collaboration and document sharing * **Dropbox:** File sync and backup * **Notion:** Knowledge base and documentation * **Confluence:** Technical documentation * **Airtable:** Structured data and databases * **Google Sheets:** Data analysis and reporting *** ## Additional Resources * [Google Drive API Documentation](https://developers.google.com/drive) * [Dropbox API Documentation](https://www.dropbox.com/developers) * [Notion API Documentation](https://developers.notion.com/) * [Confluence API Documentation](https://developer.atlassian.com/cloud/confluence/) * [Airtable API Documentation](https://airtable.com/developers/web/api/introduction) * [Google Sheets API Documentation](https://developers.google.com/sheets/api)