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How to connect Formstack and Contacts+
Create a New Scenario to Connect Formstack and Contacts+
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 Formstack, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Formstack or Contacts+ will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Formstack or Contacts+, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.
Add the Formstack Node
Select the Formstack node from the app selection panel on the right.
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Configure the Formstack
Click on the Formstack node to configure it. You can modify the Formstack URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Contacts+ Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Formstack node, select Contacts+ from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Contacts+.
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Authenticate Contacts+
Now, click the Contacts+ node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Contacts+ settings. Authentication allows you to use Contacts+ through Latenode.
Configure the Formstack and Contacts+ 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 Formstack and Contacts+ 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 Formstack, Contacts+, 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 Formstack and Contacts+ integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Formstack and Contacts+ (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Formstack and Contacts+
Formstack + Contacts+ + Slack: When a new submission is received in Formstack, a new contact is created in Contacts+. A notification is then sent to a Slack channel to alert the sales team about the new contact.
Contacts+ + Formstack + Google Sheets: When contact details are updated in Contacts+, a specific form is triggered in Formstack to gather more information, and the new submission data is then stored in a Google Sheet.
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About Formstack
Use Formstack with Latenode to capture data via forms and automatically trigger workflows. Update databases, send notifications, or create documents based on submissions. Latenode adds logic, routing, and integrations to scale Formstack beyond simple data collection with visual tools and custom code.
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About Contacts+
Use Contacts+ in Latenode to centralize contact data across platforms. Automate cleaning, deduplication, and enrichment processes. Sync updated contact details to your CRM or marketing tools. Latenode lets you build flexible flows and custom logic to manage contacts more efficiently and without manual data entry.
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FAQ Formstack and Contacts+
How can I connect my Formstack account to Contacts+ using Latenode?
To connect your Formstack account to Contacts+ on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Formstack and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Formstack and Contacts+ accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I update Contacts+ when someone submits a Formstack form?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows real-time updates via visual workflows. Benefit: consistently updated contact data without manual entry, leveraging Formstack's submission data.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Formstack with Contacts+?
Integrating Formstack with Contacts+ allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically create new Contacts+ contacts from Formstack submissions.
- Update existing Contacts+ contacts with new data from Formstack.
- Enrich contact profiles with form data for better segmentation.
- Trigger automated email sequences upon form submissions.
- Synchronize contact data to maintain accuracy across platforms.
What Formstack data is accessible within Latenode workflows?
Latenode gives you access to all Formstack form submission data, including fields and metadata, for seamless automation.
Are there any limitations to the Formstack and Contacts+ integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex conditional logic may require JavaScript for advanced scenarios.
- Rate limits of Formstack and Contacts+ APIs still apply.
- Large data transfers could impact workflow execution time.
