This workflow corresponds to n8n.io template #4349 — we link there as the canonical source.
The workflow JSON
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"name": "Google Drive Folder Structure Cloner - Visual",
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About this workflow
Takes any Google Drive folder structure and creates an exact copy with custom naming Perfect for agencies, consultants, or anyone who needs identical folder structures for multiple projects Creates folder hierarchy only (no files are copied) Handles nested folders automatically…
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