How to connect Formstack and OCR Space
Create a New Scenario to Connect Formstack and OCR Space
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 OCR Space will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Formstack or OCR Space, 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 OCR Space Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Formstack node, select OCR Space from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within OCR Space.


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Authenticate OCR Space
Now, click the OCR Space node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your OCR Space settings. Authentication allows you to use OCR Space through Latenode.
Configure the Formstack and OCR Space 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 OCR Space 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, OCR Space, 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 OCR Space integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Formstack and OCR Space (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 OCR Space
Formstack + OCR Space + Google Sheets: When a new form submission is received in Formstack, extract text from any attached images using OCR Space. Then, add the form data and extracted text as a new row in Google Sheets.
OCR Space + Formstack + Airtable: When an image is converted to text using OCR Space, the extracted text is used to update a specific form submission in Formstack. Finally, the updated form submission data is saved to a new record in Airtable.
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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 OCR Space
Need to extract text from images or PDFs? Use OCR Space in Latenode to automatically process documents and integrate the data into your workflows. Automate invoice processing, data entry, or compliance checks. Latenode adds flexible logic, file parsing, and destinations to your OCR results, scaling beyond single-document processing.
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FAQ Formstack and OCR Space
How can I connect my Formstack account to OCR Space using Latenode?
To connect your Formstack account to OCR Space 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 OCR Space accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically extract data from submitted invoices?
Yes, you can! Latenode enables automated data extraction and processing, saving you time. Use OCR Space to read the invoice image from Formstack, then pass the data to other apps.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Formstack with OCR Space?
Integrating Formstack with OCR Space allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Extract text from scanned documents submitted via Formstack forms.
- Automatically populate a database with data extracted from images.
- Validate identity documents uploaded through Formstack using OCR.
- Create searchable archives of documents collected via online forms.
- Route form submissions based on text found in attached images.
HowsecureisFormstackdataintegratedwithOCRSpaceonLatenode?
Latenode ensures data security with encryption and secure connections, protecting your Formstack and OCR Space data during transfer and processing.
Are there any limitations to the Formstack and OCR Space integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- OCR Space's free tier has limitations on the number of requests per hour.
- Complex or poorly scanned documents may result in lower OCR accuracy.
- Data extraction may require custom JavaScript for advanced formatting.