An automated workflow using integromat
Connects Airtable + Bitly
Shorten a URL using Bitly and add it to a record in Airtable
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Airtable and Bitly
It can be build using Integromat, a no-code workflow automation tool. Integromat allows you to create automated scripts using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.
Categories
Airtable and Bitly can also be integrated using automation tools other than integromat:
Diagram
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Airtable
Watch Records in Airtable
Returns all newly created or updated records in a view (requires "Created Time" or "Last Modified Time" fields).
Then these actions happen in Airtable and Airtable
Shorten URL in Bitly
Shortens a long url to a Bitlink.
Update a Record in Airtable
Updates a record by its ID.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Shorten a URL using Bitly and add it to a record in Airtable.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Airtable and Bitly to Make.com.
Create Make.com account.
Create Make.com account if you don't have one.
Connect Airtable to Make.com.
Give Make.com access to your Airtable account, using Airtable credentials.
Connect Bitly to Make.com.
Give Make.com access to your Bitly account, using Bitly credentials.
Part II
Build an integration workflow
Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Make.com.
Set up a Trigger action for Airtable
Choose the following trigger: Watch Records (Returns all newly created or updated records in a view (requires "Created Time" or "Last Modified Time" fields).).
Then set up an Action for Bitly
Choose this action: Shorten URL (Shortens a long url to a Bitlink.).
Then set up another Action for Airtable
Choose this action: Update a Record (Updates a record by its ID.).
Part III
Test and Publish
Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.
Customize data flow
Configure the data that is exchanged between Airtable and Bitly.
Test the workflow and turn it on for production use
Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Shorten a URL using Bitly and add it to a record in Airtable!
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New or modified records
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Add a bitlink
This Action will shorten and add a new bitlink to your bitly account.
actionbyiftttCreate a bitlink
Create a bitlink
actionbypipedreamExpand a bitlink
Expand a bitlink
actionbypipedreamList bitlinks by group
List bitlinks by group
actionbypipedreamRetrieve a bitlink
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Apps you need
Airtable
A no-code platform for building collaborative apps using spreadsheet-database hybrid as a data-layer
Airtable is a modern and flexible low-code platform that combines the power of a full database with the ease of use of a spreadsheet. With native mobile and desktop apps, Airtable offers a variety of templates for easy-to-use and customizable workflows, providing powerful features such as file attachments, kanban card stacks, calendars, and reporting. Link related content intelligently, configure the perfect view, and integrate with hundreds of your favorite apps and services.
Bitly is a powerful link management platform that allows you to create custom URLs, track marketing campaigns and gain insights from your audience. Shorten, share and track your links with ease.
Make.com (Integromat) is a powerful automation tool that enables users to connect their favorite apps, services, and devices without any coding skills. With its unique features, users can automate even complex integrations easily and efficiently, saving time and effort. Integromat allows to connect apps and automate processes in a few clicks.
