An automated workflow using zapier
Connects Google Calendar + Airtable
Import new events from Google Calendar into Airtable
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Calendar and Airtable
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.
Categories
Google Calendar and Airtable can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
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How it works?
When this trigger fires in Google Calendar
New Event in Google Calendar
Triggers when an event is created.
Then this action happens in Airtable
Create Record in Airtable
Creates a new record with auto-populating fields.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Import new events from Google Calendar into Airtable.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Google Calendar and Airtable to Zapier.
Create Zapier account.
Create Zapier account if you don't have one.
Connect Google Calendar to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Google Calendar account, using Google Calendar credentials.
Connect Airtable to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Airtable account, using Airtable 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 Google Calendar
Choose the following trigger: New Event (Triggers when an event is created.).
Then set up an Action for Airtable
Choose this action: Create Record (Creates a new record with auto-populating fields.).
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 Google Calendar and Airtable.
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 Import new events from Google Calendar into Airtable!
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Triggers when an event is created or updated (except when it's cancelled).
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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.
triggerbyiftttEvent 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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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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Update record
Update the values of specific cells in an Airtable record.
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Get a specific record
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Delete specific record by ID.
actionbypabbly-connectpipedreamintegratelyCreate single record
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Apps you need
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.
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.
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.
