"This app is blocked" when creating a new diagram in a Google Doc
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Describe the bug
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To Reproduce
Steps to reproduce the behavior:
- Add the extension to Google Drive / Google Docs. Grant all requested permissions.
- Create or open a Google Doc
- In the toolbar, select Extensions > draw.io > New Diagram...
- A dialog saying "Authorization required" opens. Click "OK".
- A window saying "This app is blocked" and "This app tried to access sensitive info in your Google Account. To keep your account safe, Google blocked this access." appears.
Expected behavior
I would expect to be able to use the features of the extension and create a new diagram embedded within a Google Doc file.
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I tested the problem in incognito/private mode with all browser extensions switched off, write "yes" below:
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Additional context
I am able to create a new drawing from outside a document and then embed that drawing in a document, but that's an awkward workflow.
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Research direction
Start at the Google Docs extension entry point: Extensions > draw.io > New Diagram..., and trace the authorization flow that opens after selecting it. Compare the flow with creating a drawing outside a document, then verify the Google authorization configuration and permissions. Done means a new diagram can be created and embedded in a Google Doc without the “This app is blocked” error.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- javascript
- Domain
- cloud
- Issue type
- Bug
- Difficulty
- 4/5
- Estimated time
- 3-5 days
- Activity status
- Quiet
- Clarity
- Mostly clear
- Newbie friendliness
- 42/100