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This article describes the RPA Google Drive functionality to empty the trash.
For a full list of available functions, please read Google Drive functions.
Description
The Google Drive Empty trash function permanently deletes all files currently in the trash. This action cannot be undone.
Setting it up
To use the Google Drive Empty trash function, follow these instructions:
{{popups:rpas/add:action=google-workspace-drive-empty-trash}}
Once on a process map:
- Navigate to the process where you would like to add the Google Drive Empty trash function
- Click on the green button's drop-down (right side of the green button labelled "Process")
- On the menu that appears, click on the "+ Activity" item
- From here you can select the Google Drive Empty trash option
- Click "Add" once you are done
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This action does not require any input parameters. | ||||
Output variables
This action does not produce output variables.
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| Permission denied | Insufficient permissions to empty the trash |
Tips
- This permanently deletes ALL trashed files and cannot be undone
- Consider reviewing trashed files with List files before emptying