Google Forms
PDF Generator API
Google Drive
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An automated workflow using integromat

Connects Google Forms + PDF Generator API + Google Drive

Generate a PDF via PDF Generator API from a Google Form response and save it to Google Drive

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Forms, PDF Generator API, and Google Drive.

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

Diagram

Generate a PDF via PDF Generator API from a Google Form response and save it to Google Drive
Workflow diagram: Google Forms + PDF Generator API + Google Drive integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Forms

Google Forms

Watch Responses in Google Sheets in Google Forms

Watches for new responses in the Google Sheets table.

Then these actions happen in Google Drive and Google Drive

PDF Generator API

Generate Document in PDF Generator API

Merges template with data and returns base64 encoded document or a public URL to a document. You can send JSON encoded data in the request body or a public URL to your JSON file as the data parameter. When the public URL option is used, the document is stored for 30 days and automatically deleted.

Google Drive

Upload a File in Google Drive

Uploads a new file.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Generate a PDF via PDF Generator API from a Google Form response and save it to Google Drive.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Google Forms, PDF Generator API and Google Drive to Make.com.

  • Create Make.com account.

    Create Make.com account.

    Create Make.com account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Google Forms to Make.com.

    Connect Google Forms to Make.com.

    Give Make.com access to your Google Forms account, using Google Forms credentials.

  • Connect PDF Generator API to Make.com.

    Connect PDF Generator API to Make.com.

    Give Make.com access to your PDF Generator API account, using PDF Generator API credentials.

  • Connect Google Drive to Make.com.

    Connect Google Drive to Make.com.

    Give Make.com access to your Google Drive account, using Google Drive credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

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

  • Set up a Trigger action for Google Forms

    Set up a Trigger action for Google Forms

    Choose the following trigger: Watch Responses in Google Sheets (Watches for new responses in the Google Sheets table.).

  • Then set up an Action for PDF Generator API

    Then set up an Action for PDF Generator API

    Choose this action: Generate Document (Merges template with data and returns base64 encoded document or a public URL to a document. You can send JSON encoded data in the request body or a public URL to your JSON file as the data parameter. When the public URL option is used, the document is stored for 30 days and automatically deleted.).

  • Then set up another Action for Google Drive

    Then set up another Action for Google Drive

    Choose this action: Upload a File (Uploads a new file.).

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, PDF Generator API and Google Drive.

  • 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 Generate a PDF via PDF Generator API from a Google Form response and save it to Google Drive!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Drive

    New file in folder

    Triggers when a new file is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

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  • Google Drive

    New file

    Triggers when any new file is added (inside of any folder).

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  • Google Drive

    Watch files in a folder

    Triggers when a file is created or modified in a selected folder.

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  • Google Drive

    Updated file

    Triggers when a file is updated in a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

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  • Google Drive

    New file in your folder

    This trigger fires every time a new file is added to the Google Drive folder you specify. Note: Does not work for Google Docs, Forms, or Sheets files.

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  • Google Drive

    New folder

    Triggers when a new folder is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

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  • Google Forms

    Create response

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

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  • Google Forms

    Generate document

    Merges template with data and returns base64 encoded document or a public URL to a document. You can send JSON encoded data in the request body or a public URL to your JSON file as the data parameter. When the public URL option is used, the document is stored for 30 days and automatically deleted.

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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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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.

PDF Generator API

PDF Generator API

Document Generation

API and a template builder for creating PDF documents from Your software

PDF Generator API helps to generate PDF documents from PDF templates, using JSON data. Users can edit document templates with online GUI and use their own data to generate a document. You can create invoices, packing slips, contracts or labels.

Google Drive

Google Drive

Cloud Storage

A comprehensive cloud storage solution

Google Drive is a versatile cloud-based platform that lets you store your files, photos, videos, and more safely. You can access them from anywhere and share with others, making collaboration a breeze.

Make.com

Make.com

Automation Platforms

Integromat now Make! A workflow automation service.

Make.com (Integromat) is a powerful automation tool that enables users to connect their favorite apps, services, and devices without any coding skills. With its unique features, users can automate even complex integrations easily and efficiently, saving time and effort. Integromat allows to connect apps and automate processes in a few clicks.