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

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


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


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Authenticate Google contacts
Now, click the Google contacts node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Google contacts settings. Authentication allows you to use Google contacts through Latenode.
Configure the Linear and Google contacts 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 Linear and Google contacts 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 Linear, Google contacts, 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 Linear and Google contacts integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Linear and Google contacts (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Linear and Google contacts
Linear + Google Contacts + Slack: When a new issue is created in Linear, the reporter's information is used to create a new contact in Google Contacts. A notification is then sent via Slack to inform the team about the new issue and the new contact added.
Google Contacts + Linear + Google Sheets: When a new contact is added to Google Contacts, an issue is created in Linear to track the new contact. The contact's details are also logged in Google Sheets for record-keeping and analysis.
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About Linear
Connect Linear to Latenode for automated issue tracking. Streamline bug reporting from various sources. Automatically create Linear issues from form submissions or customer support tickets. Update issue statuses based on events in other systems like Git or CI/CD pipelines, all within a scalable, low-code workflow.
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About Google contacts
Sync Google Contacts with Latenode to automate contact management. Update records, trigger follow-ups, or enrich profiles based on events in other apps. Avoid manual data entry; use Latenode’s visual builder to create flows that sync contacts across your marketing and sales tools, adding custom logic without coding.
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FAQ Linear and Google contacts
How can I connect my Linear account to Google contacts using Latenode?
To connect your Linear account to Google contacts on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Linear and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Linear and Google contacts accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I create Linear issues from new Google contacts?
Yes, you can! Latenode’s visual editor simplifies creating automated workflows to generate Linear issues whenever new contacts are added to Google contacts, ensuring no task slips through the cracks.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Linear with Google contacts?
Integrating Linear with Google contacts allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create Linear issues when new Google contacts are created.
- Update Google contacts when Linear issue status changes.
- Add Linear issue comments from Google contact notes.
- Sync contact information between Linear users and Google contacts.
- Send personalized emails to new contacts based on Linear issue progress.
Can I use JavaScript to transform data between Linear and Google contacts?
Yes! Latenode allows you to use JavaScript code blocks to transform data, customize workflows, and handle complex data manipulations between apps.
Are there any limitations to the Linear and Google contacts integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits imposed by Linear and Google contacts APIs may affect workflow speed.
- Complex data transformations may require advanced JavaScript knowledge.
- Changes to Linear or Google contacts APIs may require workflow adjustments.