Google Sheets
Slack
ifttt

An automated workflow using ifttt

Connects Google Sheets + Slack

Post to Slack when a new row is added to a spreadsheet

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Sheets and Slack

It can be build using Ifttt, a no-code workflow automation tool. Ifttt 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 Sheets and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than ifttt:

Diagram

Post to Slack when a new row is added to a spreadsheet
Workflow diagram: Google Sheets + Slack integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Sheets

Google Sheets

New row added to spreadsheet in Google Sheets

This trigger fires when a new row is added to a spreadsheet you specify.

Then this action happens in Slack

Slack

Post to channel in Slack

This Action will post a message to the channel you choose in Slack.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Post to Slack when a new row is added to a spreadsheet.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Google Sheets and Slack to IFTTT.

  • Create IFTTT account.

    Create IFTTT account.

    Create IFTTT account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Google Sheets to IFTTT.

    Connect Google Sheets to IFTTT.

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

  • Connect Slack to IFTTT.

    Connect Slack to IFTTT.

    Give IFTTT access to your Slack account, using Slack credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

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

  • Set up a Trigger action for Google Sheets

    Set up a Trigger action for Google Sheets

    Choose the following trigger: New row added to spreadsheet (This trigger fires when a new row is added to a spreadsheet you specify.).

  • Then set up an Action for Slack

    Then set up an Action for Slack

    Choose this action: Post to channel (This Action will post a message to the channel you choose in Slack.).

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 Slack.

  • 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 Post to Slack when a new row is added to a spreadsheet!

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
  • Slack

    Send channel message

    Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose. Can also schedule a message for later.

    zapierpabbly-connect
    actionbyzapierpabbly-connect
  • Slack

    Send a direct message

    Send a message to specified User as Slackbot

    automateiopipedream
    actionbyautomateiopipedream
  • Slack

    Send direct message

    Send a direct message to a user or yourself from the Slackbot. Can also schedule a message for later.

    zapierintegrately
    actionbyzapierintegrately
  • Slack

    Send message to a public channel

    Send message to a public channel

    pipedream
    actionbypipedream
  • Slack

    Send message to a private channel

    Send message to a private channel

    pipedream
    actionbypipedream
  • Slack

    Build and send a block kit message (beta)

    Build and send a block kit message (beta)

    pipedream
    actionbypipedream

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.

Slack

Slack

Team Chat

A cloud-based platform for team communication and collaboration

Slack is the go-to platform for modern teams seeking seamless communication and collaboration. With everything in one easily searchable place, including channels, integrations, and tools, Slack keeps your team aligned and productive.

IFTTT

IFTTT

Automation Platforms

An automation service with a simple formula - IF This Then That

IFTTT helps to create applications connections with a simple statement: if this then that. For example: "Tweet your Instagrams as native photos on Twitter". You define a task by a trigger and an action.