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How to connect Canva and Basin
Create a New Scenario to Connect Canva and Basin
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 Canva, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Canva or Basin will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Canva or Basin, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.
Add the Canva Node
Select the Canva node from the app selection panel on the right.
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Add the Basin Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Canva node, select Basin from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Basin.
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Authenticate Basin
Now, click the Basin node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Basin settings. Authentication allows you to use Basin through Latenode.
Configure the Canva and Basin 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 Canva and Basin 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 Canva, Basin, 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 Canva and Basin integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Canva and Basin (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Canva and Basin
Basin + Canva + Slack: When a new form submission is received in Basin, a certificate is generated in Canva using the submitted data. A notification is then sent to a Slack channel to announce the new certificate.
Basin + Canva + Email: When a new feedback form is submitted via Basin, a thank you card is generated using Canva. The card is then sent to the user's email address via email.
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About Canva
Automate content creation with Canva in Latenode. Generate designs on demand, populated with data from your databases or triggered by events. Forget manual updates; connect Canva to your workflows for dynamic marketing materials, reports, or social media content. Latenode's visual editor and flexible nodes simplify design automation.
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About Basin
Use Basin inside Latenode to capture form submissions without server-side code. Connect form data to any app via REST API or Webhooks, triggering automated workflows. Validate, transform, and route data with Latenode's visual editor, enhancing lead management and data collection, and avoiding back-end setup.
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FAQ Canva and Basin
How can I connect my Canva account to Basin using Latenode?
To connect your Canva account to Basin on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Canva and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Canva and Basin accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically save Canva designs to Basin?
Yes, you can! Latenode’s visual editor makes automating Canva to Basin simple, even with complex file parsing or AI-powered data transformations. Save designs, collect form data, and streamline workflows.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Canva with Basin?
Integrating Canva with Basin allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically saving new Canva designs to a Basin form submission.
- Triggering a Canva design update when a new Basin entry is submitted.
- Creating personalized certificates in Canva using data from Basin entries.
- Generating social media posts from Canva and saving them with Basin metadata.
- Managing Canva assets based on Basin form submission status updates.
What types of Canva elements can I access through the Latenode integration?
Latenode provides access to Canva design elements, templates, images, and text. You can dynamically manipulate these components within your workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Canva and Basin integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex Canva templates with many elements may require more processing time.
- Real-time updates from Canva to Basin depend on the polling interval set in Latenode.
- Advanced features in Canva may require custom JavaScript for full integration.
