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

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Authenticate Zoho Books
Now, click the Zoho Books node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Zoho Books settings. Authentication allows you to use Zoho Books through Latenode.
Configure the Google Calendar and Zoho Books 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 Zoho Books 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, Zoho Books, 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 Zoho Books integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google Calendar and Zoho Books (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 Zoho Books
Google Calendar + Zoho Books + Slack: When a new event is added to Google Calendar with specific keywords in the title, an invoice is created in Zoho Books for the customer and a notification is sent to a Slack channel.
Zoho Books + Google Calendar + Zoom: When a new sales invoice is created in Zoho Books, a follow-up meeting is scheduled in Google Calendar, and a Zoom meeting link is created and added to the calendar event.
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Automate Zoho Books tasks inside Latenode. Create invoices, track payments, and manage contacts in response to triggers from other apps. Connect accounting data to your CRM, e-commerce, or marketing platforms with no-code ease. Customize workflows with JavaScript for complex calculations and conditional logic. Pay only for execution time.
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FAQ Google Calendar and Zoho Books
How can I connect my Google Calendar account to Zoho Books using Latenode?
To connect your Google Calendar account to Zoho Books 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 Zoho Books accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create invoices for scheduled appointments?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows you to build a workflow that automatically creates invoices in Zoho Books when a Google Calendar appointment is created, streamlining billing.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google Calendar with Zoho Books?
Integrating Google Calendar with Zoho Books allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create a Zoho Books invoice when a Google Calendar event is created.
- Update contact information in Zoho Books from Google Calendar events.
- Send payment reminders based on Google Calendar appointments.
- Log billable hours from Google Calendar events in Zoho Books.
- Create Google Calendar events from new Zoho Books sales orders.
Can I use JavaScript to customize Google Calendar integrations?
Yes! Latenode allows JavaScript code blocks for deeply customized Google Calendar workflows and complex logic that goes beyond simple configurations.
Are there any limitations to the Google Calendar and Zoho Books integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex data transformations may require JavaScript knowledge.
- Real-time synchronization depends on the API rate limits of Google Calendar and Zoho Books.
- Custom field mapping requires careful configuration.