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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Trello + Google Docs

Copy attachments from new Trello cards into Google Docs

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Trello and Google Docs

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier 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.

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

Diagram

Copy attachments from new Trello cards into Google Docs
Workflow diagram: Trello + Google Docs integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Trello

Trello

New Card in Trello

Triggers when a new card is added.

Then this action happens in Google Docs

Google Docs

Upload Document in Google Docs

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

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Copy attachments from new Trello cards into Google Docs.

Part I

Configure Applications

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

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Trello to Zapier.

    Connect Trello to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Trello account, using Trello 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 Trello

    Set up a Trigger action for Trello

    Choose the following trigger: New Card (Triggers when a new card is added.).

  • Then set up an Action for Google Docs

    Then set up an Action for Google Docs

    Choose this action: Upload Document (Copy an already-existing file from another service to Docs. Will convert the file to Google Doc format if possible.).

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 Trello 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 Copy attachments from new Trello cards into Google Docs!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Trello

    New card

    Triggers when a new card is added.

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  • Trello

    Card moved to list

    Triggers when a Card is moved to a List in Trello, [inside the same Board](https://zapier.com/apps/trello/help#common-problems-trello#not-triggering-on-card-moved-to-list-when-a-card-is-moved-from-another-board).

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  • Trello

    New activity

    Triggers when there is activity in Trello.

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  • Trello

    New label added to card

    Triggers when a label is added in a Trello card.

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  • Trello

    Watch cards

    Triggers when a new card is added.

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  • Trello

    New notification

    Triggers when you get a new notification in Trello.

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  • Google Docs

    Create document from text

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

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  • Google Docs

    Append text to document

    Appends text to an existing document.

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  • Google Docs

    Create a document

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

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  • 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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  • 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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  • Google Docs

    Upload document

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

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Apps you need

Trello

Trello

Task Management

A team collaboration tool that lets you manage projects and tasks

Trello is an easy-to-use collaboration tool that helps you organize your projects, no matter the size. With boards, lists, and cards, you can prioritize tasks and stay on top of everything from the big picture to the smallest details. Connect with your team in real-time and integrate with other key tools for seamless cross-team collaboration.

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.