Google docs and Creatomate Integration

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How to connect Google docs and Creatomate

Create a New Scenario to Connect Google docs and Creatomate

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 docs, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Google docs or Creatomate will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Google docs or Creatomate, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Google docs Node

Select the Google docs node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Google docs

Click on the Google docs node to configure it. You can modify the Google docs URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.

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Add the Creatomate Node

Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Google docs node, select Creatomate from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Creatomate.

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Authenticate Creatomate

Now, click the Creatomate node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Creatomate settings. Authentication allows you to use Creatomate through Latenode.

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Configure the Google docs and Creatomate Nodes

Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.

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Set Up the Google docs and Creatomate 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 docs, Creatomate, 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 docs and Creatomate integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google docs and Creatomate (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.

Most powerful ways to connect Google docs and Creatomate

Google Docs + Creatomate + Google Slides: When a new document is created in Google Docs, Creatomate renders a video based on its content. Finally, this video is embedded into a new Google Slides presentation.

Creatomate + Google Docs + Slack: When a new Creatomate render is complete, the script for the video is pulled from Google Docs and a preview is sent to a Slack channel.

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About Google docs

Automate document creation and updates with Google Docs in Latenode. Populate templates, extract text, and trigger workflows based on document changes. Connect Google Docs to CRMs, databases, or marketing tools to streamline content generation and approval processes. Less manual work, more consistent documents, and automated collaboration.

About Creatomate

Automate video creation with Creatomate in Latenode. Generate personalized videos from data: product demos, social media content, or reports. Connect Creatomate to any data source and automate complex workflows with Latenode's visual editor, JavaScript support, and flexible API. Scale video production without manual effort.

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FAQ Google docs and Creatomate

How can I connect my Google docs account to Creatomate using Latenode?

To connect your Google docs account to Creatomate on Latenode, follow these steps:

  • Sign in to your Latenode account.
  • Navigate to the integrations section.
  • Select Google docs and click on "Connect".
  • Authenticate your Google docs and Creatomate accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
  • Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.

Can I automate video creation from Google docs content?

Yes, you can! Latenode enables seamless automation, allowing you to trigger Creatomate video generation from Google docs updates. Save time and effort with automated content pipelines.

What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google docs with Creatomate?

Integrating Google docs with Creatomate allows you to perform various tasks, including:

  • Automatically create marketing videos from document content.
  • Generate personalized video summaries of research papers.
  • Update video templates with content from Google docs.
  • Create educational videos from structured document outlines.
  • Dynamically generate video testimonials from customer feedback stored in docs.

Can I use custom JavaScript code with Google docs in Latenode?

Yes! Latenode’s flexible environment allows you to use JavaScript to extend Google docs and Creatomate workflows for advanced data manipulation.

Are there any limitations to the Google docs and Creatomate integration on Latenode?

While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:

  • Complex document layouts may require custom parsing logic.
  • Large-scale video generation can consume significant Creatomate resources.
  • Real-time document updates might experience slight delays.

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