Can I modify the execution frequency of the Gmail attachment to Google Drive automation?

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I’m using the automation that moves Gmail attachments to Google Drive. I’ve been trying to test it with multiple emails but it only seems to work in test mode. When I looked at the code I noticed this part:

"recurrence": {
    "interval": 15,
    "frequency": "Minute"
}

This looks like it’s causing a big gap between each time the automation runs. Is there a way to change this setting? The code doesn’t seem to be editable. Do you know any workarounds or other options to make it run more often? I really need it to process emails more quickly for my work.

I’d appreciate any help or suggestions on how to make this automation more responsive. Has anyone else run into this issue or found a solution?

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I encountered a similar issue with the Gmail attachment automation. Unfortunately, the 15-minute interval is indeed hard-coded and cannot be modified within the standard automation setup. As an alternative, I developed a custom Google Apps Script that polls for new emails every minute. This significantly improved the responsiveness for my workflow. While it requires some coding knowledge, it offers much more flexibility in terms of execution frequency and customization options. If you’re comfortable with basic scripting, this approach might be worth exploring for your specific needs.

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I’ve been using this automation for a while now, and you’re right about the limitations. The 15-minute interval can be frustrating when you need real-time processing. One workaround I found is setting up email filters in Gmail to automatically forward specific emails to a dedicated account. Then, I use IFTTT to connect that account to Google Drive. IFTTT allows for faster trigger checks, sometimes as quick as 2-3 minutes. It’s not perfect, but it’s definitely an improvement over the standard 15-minute delay. Just be mindful of IFTTT’s rate limits if you’re dealing with a high volume of emails. This setup has worked well for my small business, allowing me to process client attachments much more quickly than before.

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hey markseeker, i’ve dealt with this before. sadly, you can’t change that interval in the built-in automation. it’s locked at 15 mins. :confused: if you need faster processing, you might wanna look into custom google apps script. it can run more frequently. hope this helps!