Amazon Alexa
Google Sheets
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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Amazon Alexa + Google Sheets

Add a row to a Google Sheet using Amazon Alexa

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Amazon Alexa and Google Sheets

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier 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.

Amazon Alexa and Google Sheets can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Add a row to a Google Sheet using Amazon Alexa
Workflow diagram: Amazon Alexa + Google Sheets integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Amazon Alexa

Amazon Alexa

Trigger Phrase Spoken in Amazon Alexa

Triggers when you ask Alexa to trigger a zap with your trigger phrase. Requires the Zapier skill on an Alexa enabled device.

Then this action happens in Google Sheets

Google Sheets

Create Spreadsheet Row in Google Sheets

Create a new row in a specific spreadsheet.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Add a row to a Google Sheet using Amazon Alexa.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Amazon Alexa and Google Sheets to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Amazon Alexa to Zapier.

    Connect Amazon Alexa to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Amazon Alexa account, using Amazon Alexa credentials.

  • Connect Google Sheets to Zapier.

    Connect Google Sheets to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Google Sheets account, using Google Sheets credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Zapier.

  • Set up a Trigger action for Amazon Alexa

    Set up a Trigger action for Amazon Alexa

    Choose the following trigger: Trigger Phrase Spoken (Triggers when you ask Alexa to trigger a zap with your trigger phrase. Requires the Zapier skill on an Alexa enabled device.).

  • Then set up an Action for Google Sheets

    Then set up an Action for Google Sheets

    Choose this action: Create Spreadsheet Row (Create a new row in a specific spreadsheet.).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between Amazon Alexa and Google Sheets.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    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 Add a row to a Google Sheet using Amazon Alexa!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet row

    Triggers when a new row is added to the bottom of a spreadsheet.

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Sheets

    New or updated spreadsheet row

    Triggered when a new row is added or modified in a spreadsheet.

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    triggerbyzapierpabbly-connect
  • Google Sheets

    Watch new rows

    Triggers when a new row is added.

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    triggerbyintegromat
  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet row (team drive)

    Triggers when a new row is added to the bottom of a Google Team Drive spreadsheet.

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Sheets

    New or updated spreadsheet row (team drive)

    Triggered when a new row is added or modified in a spreadsheet - works best with Team Drives.

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet

    Triggers when a new spreadsheet is created.

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    triggerbyzapierautomateio
  • Amazon Alexa

    Delete a skill

    Deletes an Alexa skill.

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    actionbyintegromat
  • Amazon Alexa

    Enable/disable a skill

    Enables or disables an Alexa custom or music skill.

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    actionbyintegromat
  • Amazon Alexa

    Make an api call

    Performs an arbitrary authorized API call.

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    actionbyintegromat
  • Amazon Alexa

    Simulate a skill

    Simulates an Alexa skill.

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    actionbyintegromat
  • Amazon Alexa

    List skills

    Retrieves a list of all Alexa skills

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    actionbyintegromat
  • Amazon Alexa

    Say a specific phrase

    This trigger fires every time you say "Alexa trigger" + the phrase that you have defined. For instance, if you set "party time" as the phrase, you can say "Alexa trigger party time" to have your lights loop colors.

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    triggerbyifttt

Apps you need

Google Sheets

Google Sheets

Spreadsheets

Online spreadsheets for personal use and collaboration, part of Google Drive

Google Sheets is a powerful and flexible web and mobile spreadsheet application that lets you collaborate and share your data with others. Create and edit spreadsheets on-the-go, all in real-time.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

No-code automation service

Zapier simplifies busy people's lives by automating web app data transfers, reducing tedious tasks, and allowing teams to collaborate effortlessly. With over 5,000 popular apps connected, it's never been easier to streamline your workflow.