An automated workflow using integromat
Connects Airtable + Slack + Gmail
Send Slack and email notifications for new records in Airtable
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Airtable, Slack, and Gmail.
It can be build using Integromat, a no-code workflow automation tool. Integromat allows you to create automated bots 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, Slack and Gmail 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 Gmail and Gmail
Create a Message in Slack
Creates a message.
Send an Email in Gmail
Sends a new email.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Send Slack and email notifications for new records in Airtable.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Airtable, Slack and Gmail 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 Slack to Make.com.
Give Make.com access to your Slack account, using Slack credentials.
Connect Gmail to Make.com.
Give Make.com access to your Gmail account, using Gmail 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 Slack
Choose this action: Create a Message (Creates a message.).
Then set up another Action for Gmail
Choose this action: Send an Email (Sends a new email.).
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, Slack and Gmail.
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 Send Slack and email notifications for new records in Airtable!
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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.
Slack is the go-to platform for modern teams seeking seamless communication and collaboration. With everything in one easily searchable place, including channels, integrations, and tools, Slack keeps your team aligned and productive.
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.
