Asana
Google Calendar
zapier

An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Asana + Google Calendar

Create Google Calendar events from new Asana tasks

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Asana and Google Calendar

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

Asana and Google Calendar can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Create Google Calendar events from new Asana tasks
Workflow diagram: Asana + Google Calendar integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Asana

Asana

New Task in Project (Legacy) in Asana

Triggered when you add a new task to a project.

Then these actions happen in Asana and Asana

Google Calendar

Create Detailed Event in Google Calendar

Create an event by defining each field.

Asana

New Task in Asana

Triggered when a Task is added to a Project.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Create Google Calendar events from new Asana tasks.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Asana and Google Calendar to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Asana to Zapier.

    Connect Asana to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Asana account, using Asana credentials.

  • Connect Google Calendar to Zapier.

    Connect Google Calendar to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Google Calendar account, using Google Calendar 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 Asana

    Set up a Trigger action for Asana

    Choose the following trigger: New Task in Project (Legacy) (Triggered when you add a new task to a project.).

  • Then set up an Action for Google Calendar

    Then set up an Action for Google Calendar

    Choose this action: Create Detailed Event (Create an event by defining each field.).

  • Then set up another Action for Asana

    Choose this action: New Task (Triggered when a Task is added to a Project.).

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 Asana and Google Calendar.

  • 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 Create Google Calendar events from new Asana tasks!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Calendar

    New event

    Triggers when an event is created.

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  • Google Calendar

    Event start

    Triggers when a specified amount of time before an event starts.

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  • Google Calendar

    New or updated event

    Triggers when an event is created or updated (except when it's cancelled).

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  • Google Calendar

    Any event starts

    This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of any event on your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.

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  • Google Calendar

    Event from search starts

    This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of an event on your Calendar that contains a specific keyword or phrase in the event’s Title, Description, or Location. Ingredient will be based on the zone set in Google.

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  • Google Calendar

    New event added

    This Trigger fires every time a new event is added to your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.

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  • Asana

    Create task

    Adds a new task.

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  • Asana

    Create project

    Adds a new project.

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  • Asana

    Create a task or a subtask

    Creates a task or a subtask.

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  • Asana

    Update task

    Update a specified Task in a Project

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  • Asana

    Search sections

    Search Section by Name

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  • Asana

    Find task by id

    Finds an existing task by its ID.

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Apps you need

Asana

Asana

Project Management

A versatile cloud project management platform

Asana is a powerful work management platform that simplifies team collaboration and project management. With Asana, you can track and prioritize tasks, monitor progress in real-time, and connect all your work in one place. From small tasks to big initiatives, Asana helps teams achieve great results, anywhere, anytime.

Google Calendar

Google Calendar

Calendar

A time management and scheduling tool for efficient day-to-day organization

Google Calendar, the free time-management web application, simplifies scheduling and organizing your daily events. Easily manage and share your schedule with customizable notifications, ensuring you stay on top of your commitments.

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.