Google Forms
Google Calendar
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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Google Forms + Google Calendar

Create Google Calendar events from new Google Forms submissions

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Forms and Google Calendar

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.

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

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Create Google Calendar events from new Google Forms submissions
Workflow diagram: Google Forms + Google Calendar integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Forms

Google Forms

New Response in Spreadsheet in Google Forms

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

Then these actions happen in Google Forms and Google Forms

Google Calendar

Create Detailed Event in Google Calendar

Create an event by defining each field.

Google Forms

New Form Response in Google Forms

Triggers when a new form response is received.

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 Google Forms submissions.

Part I

Configure Applications

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

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Google Forms to Zapier.

    Connect Google Forms to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Google Forms account, using Google Forms 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 Google Forms

    Set up a Trigger action for Google Forms

    Choose the following trigger: New Response in Spreadsheet (Triggered when a new response row is added to the bottom of a spreadsheet.).

  • 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 Google Forms

    Choose this action: New Form Response (Triggers when a new form response is received.).

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 Google Forms 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 Google Forms submissions!

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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  • Google Forms

    Create response

    Create a new response/entry (row) in a specific spreadsheet.

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  • Google Forms

    Api request (beta)

    This is an advanced action which makes a raw HTTP request that includes this integration's authentication.

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  • Google Forms

    Custom actions (beta)

    Create a new action using AI.

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  • Google Forms

    Lookup response

    Finds a response row by a column and value. Returns all the values on that matching row.

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  • Google Forms

    Update a response in google sheets

    Updates a response in the Google Sheets table.

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  • Google Forms

    Find or create response

    Finds or creates a specific lookup row.

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Apps you need

Google Forms

Google Forms

Form Builders

Simple surveys and web forms for personal use from Google

Google Forms is a user-friendly tool for gathering data and conducting surveys online. It offers customizable forms, real-time collaboration, and seamless integration with Google Sheets. Create, share, and analyze responses effortlessly.

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.