Batch Transcribe Google Drive Videos with Gemini Workflow

Transform hours of manual video transcription into an automated process with this powerful n8n workflow that leverages Google Gemini AI to batch transcribe entire folders of videos stored in Google Drive.

What this workflow does

This automation streamlines video transcription by processing multiple files sequentially from your Google Drive. The workflow pulls videos from a designated "Incoming" folder, downloads each file, sends it to Google Gemini for AI-powered transcription, and saves individual text files containing the transcripts. Once processed, original videos are automatically moved to a "Processed" folder, ensuring clear organization and progress tracking. If the workflow is interrupted, it resumes exactly where it left off, preventing duplicate processing and saving your progress continuously.

Perfect for these use cases

• Content creators transcribing TikTok archives or social media video libraries
• Researchers processing interview recordings and qualitative data
• Marketing teams extracting text from video campaigns for content repurposing
• Educators transcribing lecture recordings or educational content
• Podcasters converting video episodes to searchable text formats

Technical details

Built with essential n8n nodes including if, set, code, wait, limit, and sticky note components for robust workflow logic. The automation requires Google Drive API credentials for file management and Google Gemini API access for transcription processing. Setup involves creating three Google Drive folders (Incoming, Processed, Transcripts), configuring folder IDs in the Config node, and connecting your API credentials.

The workflow can be triggered manually for on-demand processing or scheduled for regular automated transcription batches. Transcription prompts are fully customizable through the Config node, allowing you to tailor the AI output to your specific needs. This solution eliminates expensive manual transcription services while providing consistent, scalable results for large video datasets stored in Google Drive.