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

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

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Configure the Google Sheets
Click on the Google Sheets node to configure it. You can modify the Google Sheets 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 Google Sheets 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 Google Sheets 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 Google Sheets 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 Google Sheets, 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 Google Sheets and OCR Space integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google Sheets 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 Google Sheets and OCR Space
Google Sheets + OCR Space + Slack: When a new row is added to Google Sheets, the URL of an invoice image is sent to OCR Space to extract the text. The extracted text is then summarized and sent to a specified Slack channel.
Google Drive + OCR Space + Google Sheets: When a new file is added to Google Drive, OCR Space converts the image into text. The resulting text is then added as a new row in a Google Sheet.
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About Google Sheets
Use Google Sheets in Latenode to automate data entry, reporting, and analysis. Read/write data to spreadsheets as part of larger workflows triggered by events or schedules. Avoid manual updates by linking Sheets to other apps. Integrate data from any source via API and transform it into actionable insights.
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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 Google Sheets and OCR Space
How can I connect my Google Sheets account to OCR Space using Latenode?
To connect your Google Sheets account to OCR Space on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Google Sheets and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Google Sheets and OCR Space accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically extract data from scanned invoices?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor simplifies building workflows to process invoices. Extract text via OCR Space, then save structured data directly to Google Sheets. Automate repetitive tasks!
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google Sheets with OCR Space?
Integrating Google Sheets with OCR Space allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Extract text from scanned documents and add it to a Google Sheet.
- Automatically update inventory data in Google Sheets from image receipts.
- Process business cards and store contact details in a structured sheet.
- Archive and index scanned documents with searchable text via Google Sheets.
- Digitize paper-based surveys and populate results in a spreadsheet.
How does Latenode handle large Google Sheets with thousands of rows?
Latenode efficiently manages large datasets with optimized data handling and batch processing. Leverage JavaScript nodes for advanced data transformations and scalable workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Google Sheets and OCR Space integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- OCR Space API limits the number of free requests per day.
- Complex document layouts may require fine-tuning of OCR settings.
- Google Sheets API has rate limits that can affect performance.