Google Drive Images in MacroSuite

Google Drive can be integrated with MacroSuite, but it requires a specific format for the Google Drive link to work correctly. Follow these steps to prepare and use your Google Drive images in MacroSuite:

Step 1: Prepare Your Image in Google Drive

1. Access Google Drive: Go to your Google Drive.

2. Select Image: Right-click on the image file you want to use.

3. Share the Image: Select 'Share' from the context menu.

4. Adjust Access Settings: In the sharing settings, open the 'General access' drop-down menu.

5. Set Access to Public: Choose 'Anyone with the link' to make your image publicly accessible.

6. Copy the Link: Click 'Copy link', then select 'Done'.

Step 2: Edit the Copied URL

After copying the link, you need to modify it to make it compatible with MacroSuite, or any site in general:

• Identify File ID: You will receive a URL similar to this:

  • https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wMgCWAsqlw0nXcMhCldTbwSznMdXUmBT/view?usp=sharing

  • The bold part is your file ID

• Create a Simple View Link: Use the file ID in a simplified link format:

  • https://drive.google.com/uc?id=FILE ID

• Resulting URL: For example, your edited URL will look like this:

  • https://drive.google.com/uc?id=1wMgCWAsqlw0nXcMhCldTbwSznMdXUmBT

Step 3: Use the Image in MacroSuite

Paste the edited URL into the URL field in MacroSuite macros or MacroSuite Styleguide:

1. Enter the URL: Paste the edited URL into the URL field in MacroSuite.

2. Complete the Setup: Follow any additional prompts or settings adjustments as needed.