The Google Drive integration lets you connect Google Docs directly to Claude on paid Claude.ai plans. You can add documents by pasting URLs or selecting recent files to provide context for your conversations.Documentation Index
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Available on Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.
How to add Google Docs
In chats
- Click the plus sign (+) in the chat interface
- Select “Add from Google Drive”
- Authenticate with Google on first use
- Search recent documents or paste a document URL
- Claude accesses and processes the document when you send your message
In projects
The integration works only in private projects:- Click “Add Content” in project knowledge
- Select “Google Drive”
- Authenticate on first use
- Search or paste a document URL
- The document becomes available to Claude within that project
Supported file types
| Type | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Google Docs | ✅ | Up to 10MB, text extraction only |
| Google Sheets | ❌ | Not currently supported |
| Google Slides | ❌ | Not currently supported |
| Images in docs | ❌ | Not extracted |
| Comments/Suggestions | ❌ | Not extracted |
Key features
- Live sync: Documents continue syncing with the latest Google Drive version
- Multiple documents: Add multiple docs if they fit the context window
- Permission-based: You can only sync documents you have permission to view
Frequently asked questions
Do documents update after I add them?
Do documents update after I add them?
Yes, documents continue syncing with the latest Google Drive version.
Can I add multiple documents?
Can I add multiple documents?
Yes, you can add multiple docs as long as they fit within the context window.
What happens if I lose access to a document?
What happens if I lose access to a document?
You’ll lose document preview access but your conversation history remains.
Troubleshooting
For reconnection errors:- Navigate to Settings > Integrations
- Find Google Drive
- Click the menu button (…)
- Select “Disconnect”
- Authenticate again when prompted
All Claude.ai integrations are currently in beta.
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