TriggerMicrosoft OneDriveReal-timeUpdated May 2026
When does OneDrive fire on file changes?
Short answer: Drop the "Microsoft OneDrive → OneDrive File Updated" trigger on your workflow canvas, add filters if you want them, and publish. It fires within seconds of the event in Microsoft OneDrive, not on a polling schedule.
Anatomy
What this trigger looks like in a workflow.
Drop it on the canvas. Configure a couple of fields. Publish.
In the builder
Trigger
OneDrive File Updated
When the matching event happens
new file updatedwatch for file updatedon file updatedfile changedfile modifiedwhen file updatedwhen a file is updated in onedrive
What this trigger returns
for the curiousYou don’t need to read this. Tiny Command auto-maps every field into the visual picker so downstream nodes can pull values by clicking. We show it here for power users who want to know what’s on the wire.
{"id": "item_123","name": "document.docx","modified_by": "John Doe"}
Output shape
Fields available to downstream nodes.
Every field below can be referenced by name in any action or filter that comes after this trigger.
| Field | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|
| id | string | "item_123" |
| name | string | "document.docx" |
| modified_by | string | "John Doe" |
Pairs with
Drop these actions after OneDrive File Updated.
FAQ
Questions about OneDrive File Updated.
How does the OneDrive File Updated trigger work in Microsoft OneDrive?
Fires when an existing file changes (content edit, rename, move). For cascading sync workflows that need to re-process on every change.
Is the OneDrive File Updated trigger real-time?
Yes. OneDrive File Updated uses webhooks or push subscriptions, not polling. Your workflow fires within seconds of the event happening in Microsoft OneDrive.
What data does OneDrive File Updated return?
The full event payload from Microsoft OneDrive. The output shape table on this page lists every field, its type, and an example value so you can map fields into downstream nodes.
Can I filter OneDrive File Updated so only some events start a workflow?
Yes. Add a Filter node right after the trigger and match on any field, whether that's subject, sender, status, or anything else in the payload. Workflows only continue when the filter passes.
Do I need Microsoft OneDrive admin permissions to use OneDrive File Updated?
For most Microsoft OneDrive accounts a standard user can authorize the trigger. Some Microsoft OneDrive plans require an admin to enable third-party webhooks. Check Microsoft OneDrive's docs if the trigger fails to register.
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