Google Sheets
Salesforce
zapier

An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Google Sheets + Salesforce

Add custom objects to Salesforce Essentials with new Google Sheets rows

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Sheets and Salesforce

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

Diagram

Add custom objects to Salesforce Essentials with new Google Sheets rows
Workflow diagram: Google Sheets + Salesforce integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Sheets

Google Sheets

New Spreadsheet Row in Google Sheets

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

Then this action happens in Salesforce

Salesforce

Create Record in Salesforce

Creates a new record of a specified Salesforce object (ie. Contact, Lead, Opportunity, etc.).

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Add custom objects to Salesforce Essentials with new Google Sheets rows.

Part I

Configure Applications

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

    Connect Salesforce to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Salesforce account, using Salesforce 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 Spreadsheet Row (Triggers when a new row is added to the bottom of a spreadsheet.).

  • Then set up an Action for Salesforce

    Then set up an Action for Salesforce

    Choose this action: Create Record (Creates a new record of a specified Salesforce object (ie. Contact, Lead, Opportunity, etc.).).

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 Salesforce.

  • 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 custom objects to Salesforce Essentials with new Google Sheets rows!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet row

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

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Sheets

    New or updated spreadsheet row

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

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    triggerbyzapierpabbly-connect
  • Google Sheets

    Watch new rows

    Triggers when a new row is added.

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    triggerbyintegromat
  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet row (team drive)

    Triggers when a new row is added to the bottom of a Google Team Drive spreadsheet.

    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.

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet

    Triggers when a new spreadsheet is created.

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    triggerbyzapierautomateio
  • Salesforce

    Create record

    Creates a new record of a specified Salesforce object (ie. Contact, Lead, Opportunity, etc.).

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    actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connect
  • Salesforce

    Create lead

    Creates a new lead in Salesforce.

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    actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connectalbato
  • Salesforce

    Update record

    Updates an existing record for a specified Salesforce object (ie. Contact, Lead, Opportunity, etc.).

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    actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connectalbato
  • Salesforce

    Create contact

    Creates a new contact in Salesforce.

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    actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connect
  • Salesforce

    Add lead to campaign

    Adds an existing lead to an existing campaign.

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    actionbyzapierintegrately
  • Salesforce

    Find record

    Finds a record of a specified Salesforce object by up to two fields and values you choose.

    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.

Salesforce

Salesforce

CRM

Enterprise cloud CRM platform

Salesforce is the world's top-rated Customer Success Platform and #1 Cloud-based CRM application. It unites all departments with a shared view of every customer and boosts sales productivity with industry-specific apps and best practices.

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.