An automated workflow using integromat
Connects Google Slides + Slack
Send a message about a new presentation in Google Slides to Slack
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Slides and Slack
It can be build using Integromat, a no-code workflow automation tool. Integromat 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 Slides and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than integromat:
Diagram
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Google Slides
Watch Presentations in Google Slides
Triggers when a new presentation is created or updated.
Then this action happens in Slack
Create a Message in Slack
Creates a message.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Send a message about a new presentation in Google Slides to Slack.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Google Slides and Slack to Make.com.
Create Make.com account.
Create Make.com account if you don't have one.
Connect Google Slides to Make.com.
Give Make.com access to your Google Slides account, using Google Slides credentials.
Connect Slack to Make.com.
Give Make.com 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 Make.com.
Set up a Trigger action for Google Slides
Choose the following trigger: Watch Presentations (Triggers when a new presentation is created or updated.).
Then set up an Action for Slack
Choose this action: Create a Message (Creates a message.).
Part III
Test and Publish
Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.
Customize data flow
Configure the data that is exchanged between Google Slides and Slack.
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 Send a message about a new presentation in Google Slides to Slack!
Supported triggers and actions
New message in channels (instant)
New message in channels (instant)
triggerbypipedreamNew message posted to channel
Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.
triggerbyzapierNew saved message
Triggers when you save a message.
triggerbyzapierNew pushed message
Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.
triggerbyzapierNew user
Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.
triggerbyzapierpabbly-connectalbatoNew reaction added
Triggers when a reaction (aka reactji) is added to a message in a public #channel.
triggerbyzapier
Create presentation from template
Creates a new presentation based on an existing one and can replace any placeholder variables found in your template presentation, like {{name}}, {{email}}, etc.
actionbyzapierpabbly-connectRefresh charts
Refreshes the data for all charts in a presentation that have been linked to Google Sheets.
actionbyzapierintegratelyCreate a presentation from a template
Creates a new presentation by replacing all tags like e.g. {{!notfound:Name}}, {{!notfound:Email}} in a template with provided data.
actionbyintegromatUpload an image to a presentation
Uploads an image with URL to a presentation.
actionbyintegromatFind presentation
Finds an existing presentation.
actionbyzapierRefresh a chart
Refreshes the chart data stored in a presentation specified by ID.
actionbyintegromatpabbly-connect
Apps you need
Google Slides is a free cloud-based presentation software that allows multiple users to create, edit, and collaborate on presentations with real-time chat while offering a wide range of presentation themes, fonts, videos, and animations.
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.
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.
