An automated workflow using zapier
Connects Google Calendar + Twitter
Post tweets on Twitter when Google Calendar events start
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Calendar and Twitter
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 Twitter can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
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How it works?
When this trigger fires in Google Calendar
Event Start in Google Calendar
Triggers a specified time before an event starts.
Then this action happens in Twitter
Create Tweet in Twitter
Creates a tweet. Optionally, include an image, video, or GIF.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Post tweets on Twitter when Google Calendar events start.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Google Calendar and Twitter 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 Twitter to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Twitter account, using Twitter 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: Event Start (Triggers a specified time before an event starts.).
Then set up an Action for Twitter
Choose this action: Create Tweet (Creates a tweet. Optionally, include an image, video, or GIF.).
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 Twitter.
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 Post tweets on Twitter when Google Calendar events start!
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Advanced search
Advanced search
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This Action will post a new tweet to your Twitter account. NOTE: Please adhere to Twitter’s Rules and Terms of Service.
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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.
A real-time social networking platform for connecting and engaging with people
Twitter, the real-time social network, lets you share ideas, follow trends, and join conversations worldwide. Stay connected with short messages called "tweets" and engage with a diverse community.
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.
