Google Sheets
Buffer
zapier

An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Google Sheets + Buffer

Add items to Buffer for new or updated Google Sheet rows

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Sheets and Buffer

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.

Google Sheets and Buffer can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Add items to Buffer for new or updated Google Sheet rows
Workflow diagram: Google Sheets + Buffer integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Sheets

Google Sheets

New or Updated Spreadsheet Row in Google Sheets

Triggered when a new row is added or modified in a spreadsheet.

Then this action happens in Buffer

Buffer

Add to Queue in Buffer

Add an item to your queue or send an update immediately to any of your Buffer channels.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Add items to Buffer for new or updated Google Sheet rows.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Google Sheets and Buffer to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Google Sheets to Zapier.

    Connect Google Sheets to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Google Sheets account, using Google Sheets credentials.

  • Connect Buffer to Zapier.

    Connect Buffer to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Buffer account, using Buffer 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 Sheets

    Set up a Trigger action for Google Sheets

    Choose the following trigger: New or Updated Spreadsheet Row (Triggered when a new row is added or modified in a spreadsheet.).

  • Then set up an Action for Buffer

    Then set up an Action for Buffer

    Choose this action: Add to Queue (Add an item to your queue or send an update immediately to any of your Buffer channels.).

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 Sheets and Buffer.

  • 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 Add items to Buffer for new or updated Google Sheet rows!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet row

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

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Sheets

    New or updated spreadsheet row

    Triggered when a new row is added or modified in a spreadsheet.

    zapierpabbly-connect
    triggerbyzapierpabbly-connect
  • Google Sheets

    Watch new rows

    Triggers when a new row is added.

    integromat
    triggerbyintegromat
  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet row (team drive)

    Triggered when a new row is added to the bottom of a spreadsheet - works best with Team Drives.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Sheets

    New or updated spreadsheet row (team drive)

    Triggered when a new row is added or modified in a spreadsheet - works best with Team Drives.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet

    Triggered when you create a new spreadsheet.

    zapierautomateio
    triggerbyzapierautomateio
  • Buffer

    Add to queue

    Add an item to your queue or send an update immediately to any of your Buffer channels.

    zapier
    actionbyzapier
  • Buffer

    Add to buffer

    This Action will add a post to Buffer. If your Buffer is full then the post will be skipped.

    iftttautomateio
    actionbyiftttautomateio
  • Buffer

    Add photo to buffer

    This Action will add a photo to Buffer. If your Buffer is full then the post will be skipped.

    ifttt
    actionbyifttt
  • Buffer

    Add to schedule

    Add an item to your Buffer, scheduled at a specific time in the future.

    zapier
    actionbyzapier
  • Buffer

    Create a status update

    Creates a new status update in selected services.

    integromat
    actionbyintegromat
  • Buffer

    Create idea

    Create an Idea

    zapier
    actionbyzapier

Apps you need

Google Sheets

Google Sheets

Spreadsheets

Online spreadsheets for personal use and collaboration, part of Google Drive

Google Sheets is a powerful and flexible web and mobile spreadsheet application that lets you collaborate and share your data with others. Create and edit spreadsheets on-the-go, all in real-time.

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.