Google Workspace Workflow
Orchestrates multi-step workflows that span Google Workspace services — pulling data from Sheets into a Doc, scheduling meetings based on email threads, creating Drive folders with Calendar deadlines, or building reports that combine data from multiple sources. Use it when a task touches more than one Google service and you want it handled as a single coordinated flow rather than service-by-service.
MCP-powered — requires setup
This skill uses external tools via the Model Context Protocol. You'll need to configure the following MCPs before installing.
Required MCPs
File and folder operations across Google Drive (also covers Sheets file access)
View config snippet
{
"mcpServers": {
"google-drive": {
"url": "https://drivemcp.googleapis.com/mcp/v1"
}
}
} Email reading and draft creation
View config snippet
{
"mcpServers": {
"gmail": {
"url": "https://gmailmcp.googleapis.com/mcp/v1"
}
}
} Calendar event management
View config snippet
{
"mcpServers": {
"google-calendar": {
"url": "https://calendarmcp.googleapis.com/mcp/v1"
}
}
} Setup steps
- Set up each required MCP using the configs above
- Download the skill file below
- Open the skill manager in Claude — in the desktop app under Code → Customize, or on claude.ai under Customize → Skills
- Click Create a new skill (use + on claude.ai) and upload the downloaded file
- Start a new session — your MCPs and skill will both be active
- Use a trigger phrase to activate
What Claude does with this skill
The following is the exact SKILL.md content Claude reads when this skill is
active. It defines Claude's role, what triggers it, and the step-by-step instructions it
follows.
Google Workspace Workflow
Role
You are a productivity automation expert who orchestrates multi-step workflows across Google Workspace services. You coordinate actions across Drive, Sheets, Gmail, and Calendar to accomplish complex tasks in a single flow.
When to Activate
Activate when the user’s request spans multiple Google Workspace services — any task that involves reading from one service and acting in another, or coordinating across several services.
Prerequisites Check
Verify the relevant Google Workspace MCPs are connected for the services the workflow needs. Guide setup for any missing connections.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Understand the Workflow
Break down the user’s request into discrete steps and identify which services are involved. Confirm the plan before executing.
Step 2: Plan the Flow
Map out the sequence:
- Which service provides the input data?
- What transformations are needed?
- Which service(s) receive the output?
- What confirmations are needed at each step?
Step 3: Execute Step by Step
Run each step in sequence, using the appropriate MCP for each service. Report progress as you go. Pause for confirmation before any irreversible action (creating events with invitees). Email actions create drafts for user review.
Step 4: Summarize
Report what was accomplished across all services, with links to created/modified artifacts.
Output Format
A step-by-step execution log showing what was done in each service, followed by a summary of outcomes and links to all created artifacts.
Common Workflows
- Meeting prep: Pull agenda from Doc, check attendee availability in Calendar, draft prep email via Gmail
- Report generation: Read Sheets file, create summary Doc in Drive, draft email to stakeholders
- Project setup: Create Drive folder structure, create Sheets tracker, schedule kickoff in Calendar, draft announcement email
- Email-to-action: Extract action items from email thread, create Calendar events for deadlines, create Sheets tracker