Google Sheets
OmniFocus
Google Calendar
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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Google Sheets + OmniFocus + Google Calendar

Add OmniFocus tasks and Google Calendar events from new rows in a Google Sheet

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Sheets, OmniFocus, and Google Calendar.

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

Diagram

Add OmniFocus tasks and Google Calendar events from new rows in a Google Sheet
Workflow diagram: Google Sheets + OmniFocus + Google Calendar integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Sheets

Google Sheets

New Spreadsheet Row in Google Sheets

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

Then these actions happen in Google Calendar and Google Calendar

OmniFocus

Create Task in OmniFocus

Creates a new task in your OmniFocus Inbox.

Google Calendar

Quick Add Event in Google Calendar

Create an event from a piece of text. Google parses the text for date, time, and description info.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Add OmniFocus tasks and Google Calendar events from new rows in a Google Sheet.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Google Sheets, OmniFocus and Google Calendar 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 OmniFocus to Zapier.

    Connect OmniFocus to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your OmniFocus account, using OmniFocus 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 Sheets

    Set up a Trigger action for Google Sheets

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

  • Then set up an Action for OmniFocus

    Then set up an Action for OmniFocus

    Choose this action: Create Task (Creates a new task in your OmniFocus Inbox.).

  • Then set up another Action for Google Calendar

    Then set up another Action for Google Calendar

    Choose this action: Quick Add Event (Create an event from a piece of text. Google parses the text for date, time, and description info.).

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, OmniFocus 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 Add OmniFocus tasks and Google Calendar events from new rows in a Google Sheet!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet row

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

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  • Google Sheets

    New or updated spreadsheet row

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

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  • Google Sheets

    Watch new rows

    Triggers when a new row is added.

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  • 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.

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  • 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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  • Google Sheets

    New spreadsheet

    Triggered when you create a new spreadsheet.

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  • Google Calendar

    Create detailed event

    Create an event by defining each field.

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  • Google Calendar

    Quick add event

    Create an event from a piece of text. Google parses the text for date, time, and description info.

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  • Google Calendar

    Create a detailed event

    This action will create a detailed event in your Google Calendar.

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  • Google Calendar

    Create calendar

    Creates a new calendar.

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  • Google Calendar

    Add attendee/s to event

    Invites one or more person to an existing event.

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  • Google Calendar

    Create task

    Creates a new task in your OmniFocus Inbox.

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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.

OmniFocus

OmniFocus

Task Management

A personal task management software for professional users

OmniFocus is a cloud service with apps for macOS and iOS designed to quickly capture your tasks and thoughts. OmniFocus is a perfect for the Getting Things Done (GTD) system.

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.