How to connect Canny and Microsoft Excel
Create a New Scenario to Connect Canny and Microsoft Excel
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Canny, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Canny or Microsoft Excel will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Canny or Microsoft Excel, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Canny Node
Select the Canny node from the app selection panel on the right.


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Add the Microsoft Excel Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Canny node, select Microsoft Excel from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Microsoft Excel.


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Authenticate Microsoft Excel
Now, click the Microsoft Excel node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Microsoft Excel settings. Authentication allows you to use Microsoft Excel through Latenode.
Configure the Canny and Microsoft Excel Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Canny and Microsoft Excel Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Canny, Microsoft Excel, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Canny and Microsoft Excel integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Canny and Microsoft Excel (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Canny and Microsoft Excel
Canny + Microsoft Excel + Slack: When a new feature request is submitted in Canny, a new row is added to a specified Excel table to track the request. A daily summary of new feature requests is then sent to a designated Slack channel.
Microsoft Excel + Canny + Jira: When a new row is added to a Microsoft Excel table tracking feature requests, the data is used to create a new post in Canny. If the post in Canny receives a defined amount of votes or changes to a defined status, a Jira issue is created automatically.
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About Canny
Integrate Canny with Latenode to automate feedback management. Capture user suggestions and bug reports directly, then route them to the right teams. Use AI to categorize input, update task trackers, and notify users of progress, automating the feedback loop and improving responsiveness.
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Automate Excel tasks within Latenode workflows. Read, update, or create spreadsheets directly. Use Excel data to trigger actions in other apps, generate reports, or update databases. No manual data entry; improve accuracy and save time by connecting Excel to other systems via Latenode's visual interface.
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FAQ Canny and Microsoft Excel
How can I connect my Canny account to Microsoft Excel using Latenode?
To connect your Canny account to Microsoft Excel on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Canny and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Canny and Microsoft Excel accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I analyze Canny feedback trends in Excel?
Yes, you can! Latenode's flexible data mapping allows you to pull Canny feedback into Excel, create custom charts, and gain deeper insights with advanced Excel formulas. This enhances your product decisions.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Canny with Microsoft Excel?
Integrating Canny with Microsoft Excel allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically export new Canny feedback to an Excel sheet for analysis.
- Update Excel-based reports with the latest Canny votes.
- Trigger email notifications based on changes in Canny feedback via Excel.
- Create personalized reports from Canny data stored in Excel.
- Analyze trends in Canny feature requests directly in Excel.
HowdoIensuredatais synchronized betweenCannyandExcel?
Latenode's scheduled triggers let you automatically sync Canny data to Excel at intervals you define, guaranteeing up-to-date reports and eliminating manual updates.
Are there any limitations to the Canny and Microsoft Excel integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large Canny datasets may require optimized workflows for efficient Excel processing.
- Real-time, two-way data synchronization is not supported without custom scripting.
- Complex Excel formulas may require adjustments for automated workflows.