Advanced SharePoint File Management: A Power Automate Tutorial

Welcome to my tutorial where we unravel the complexities of SharePoint file management using Power Automate. In this in-depth guide, we’ll cover the entire process of deleting files and folders through the Graph API and SharePoint API, showcasing the power of automation in maintaining an organized SharePoint library.

Why SharePoint & Power Automate?: SharePoint’s robust platform combined with Power Automate’s automation capabilities can significantly enhance productivity and efficiency. By mastering these tools, you’ll be able to streamline your document management tasks, freeing up valuable time for more strategic work.

I will deep dive into each step and meticulously dissect each stage of the process. You’ll learn how to navigate the Graph API, SharePoint Rest API and Power Automate to efficiently manage your SharePoint files and folders.

Tutorial Overview:

0:00 - Intro
00:39 -An introduction to Graph API
04:19 - Comparing Graph with SharePoint
06:00 - Building the flow
07:48 - Step 1: Acquiring SiteID - The Gateway to Your SharePoint Site
10:42 - Step 2: Retrieving DriveID - Accessing Your SharePoint Drive
13:42 - Step 3: Filtering for Document Library DriveID - Honing in on the Right Data
16:34 - Step 4: Acquiring ItemID - Identifying the Files and Folders
20:00 - Step 5: Deleting Files and Folders - The Final Step to a Cleaner SharePoint

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Utilize the Graph API and/or SharePoint REST API to interact with SharePoint data.
Configure Power Automate to automate repetitive tasks.

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