Slack
Google Docs
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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Slack + Google Docs

Append text to Google Docs for new pushed messages in Slack

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Slack and Google Docs

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.

Slack and Google Docs can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Append text to Google Docs for new pushed messages in Slack
Workflow diagram: Slack + Google Docs integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Slack

Slack

New Pushed Message in Slack

Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.

Then this action happens in Google Docs

Google Docs

Append Text to Document in Google Docs

Appends text to an existing document.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Append text to Google Docs for new pushed messages in Slack.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Slack and Google Docs to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Slack to Zapier.

    Connect Slack to Zapier.

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

  • Connect Google Docs to Zapier.

    Connect Google Docs to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Google Docs account, using Google Docs 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 Slack

    Set up a Trigger action for Slack

    Choose the following trigger: New Pushed Message (Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.).

  • Then set up an Action for Google Docs

    Then set up an Action for Google Docs

    Choose this action: Append Text to Document (Appends text to an existing document.).

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 Slack and Google Docs.

  • 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 Append text to Google Docs for new pushed messages in Slack!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Slack

    New message in channels (instant)

    New message in channels (instant)

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    triggerbypipedream
  • Slack

    New message posted to channel

    Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New saved message

    Triggers when you save a message.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New pushed message

    Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New user

    Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.

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    triggerbyzapierpabbly-connectalbato
  • Slack

    New reaction added

    Triggers when a reaction (aka reactji) is added to a message in a public #channel.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Google Docs

    Create document from text

    Create a new document from text. Also supports limited HTML.

    zapierpabbly-connect
    actionbyzapierpabbly-connect
  • Google Docs

    Append text to document

    Appends text to an existing document.

    zapierintegrately
    actionbyzapierintegrately
  • Google Docs

    Create a document

    This action will create a new Google document at the path you specify.

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    actionbyiftttintegromat
  • Google Docs

    Append to a document

    This action will append to a Google document as determined by the file name and folder path you specify. Once a file’s size reaches 2MB a new file will be created.

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    actionbyifttt
  • Google Docs

    Create document from template

    Creates a new doc based on an existing one and can replace any placeholder variables found in your template doc, like {{name}}, {{email}}, etc.

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    actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connect
  • Google Docs

    Upload document

    Copy an already-existing file from another service to Docs. Will convert the file to Google Doc format if possible.

    zapierintegrately
    actionbyzapierintegrately

Apps you need

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.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

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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.