How to connect Google Calendar and Captions
Create a New Scenario to Connect Google Calendar and Captions
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 Google Calendar, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Google Calendar or Captions will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Google Calendar or Captions, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

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

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Configure the Google Calendar
Click on the Google Calendar node to configure it. You can modify the Google Calendar URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Captions Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Google Calendar node, select Captions from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Captions.

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Authenticate Captions
Now, click the Captions node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Captions settings. Authentication allows you to use Captions through Latenode.
Configure the Google Calendar and Captions 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 Google Calendar and Captions 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 Google Calendar, Captions, 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 Google Calendar and Captions integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google Calendar and Captions (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Google Calendar and Captions
Google Calendar + Zoom + Captions: When a new event is created in Google Calendar, a Zoom meeting is automatically created. After the meeting ends and the recording is completed, a video generation request is submitted to Captions.
Zoom + Captions + Slack: When a Zoom recording is completed, a video generation request is submitted to Captions. After the video is generated, a Slack notification is sent with the video link.
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About Google Calendar
Sync Google Calendar with other apps in Latenode to automate scheduling tasks. Create events from CRM data, send reminders via SMS, or update project management tools based on calendar changes. Latenode's visual editor simplifies these workflows, offering scalable, no-code customization, plus advanced JS options when needed.
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About Captions
Need accurate, automated captions for videos? Integrate Captions with Latenode to generate and sync subtitles across platforms. Automate video accessibility for marketing, training, or support. Latenode adds scheduling, file handling, and error control to Captions, making scalable captioning workflows simple and efficient.
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FAQ Google Calendar and Captions
How can I connect my Google Calendar account to Captions using Latenode?
To connect your Google Calendar account to Captions on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Google Calendar and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Google Calendar and Captions accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create Captions videos from Google Calendar events?
Yes, you can! Latenode enables automated video creation based on your schedule. Enhance meetings with automated Captions generation, streamlining content repurposing and accessibility.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google Calendar with Captions?
Integrating Google Calendar with Captions allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create Captions videos for all meetings in a specified Google Calendar.
- Automatically share generated Captions videos to a team channel.
- Update event descriptions in Google Calendar with video links.
- Trigger video creation based on specific keywords in event titles.
- Send reminders via email before each recording is created.
How can I trigger Captions recordings from specific Google Calendar events?
Use Latenode's advanced filtering and trigger options. Specify the criteria for event triggering, such as keywords in the event title.
Are there any limitations to the Google Calendar and Captions integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Real-time synchronization depends on the update frequency configured.
- Complex video editing requires the Captions native platform.
- Large calendar data sets may impact initial workflow execution.