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

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


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


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Authenticate Basin
Now, click the Basin node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Basin settings. Authentication allows you to use Basin through Latenode.
Configure the Microsoft Excel and Basin 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 Microsoft Excel and Basin 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 Microsoft Excel, Basin, 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 Microsoft Excel and Basin integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Microsoft Excel and Basin (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Microsoft Excel and Basin
Basin + Microsoft Excel + Slack: When a new submission is received in Basin, the data is added as a new row in a Microsoft Excel table. Then, a message is sent to a Slack channel to notify the team about the new submission.
Basin + Microsoft Excel + Google Sheets: A new submission in Basin triggers adding a new row to both a Microsoft Excel worksheet and a Google Sheet. This provides a redundant backup and facilitates analysis across platforms.
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About Microsoft Excel
Automate Excel tasks within Latenode workflows. Read, update, or create spreadsheets directly. Use Excel data to trigger actions in other apps, generate reports, or update databases. No manual data entry; improve accuracy and save time by connecting Excel to other systems via Latenode's visual interface.
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About Basin
Use Basin inside Latenode to capture form submissions without server-side code. Connect form data to any app via REST API or Webhooks, triggering automated workflows. Validate, transform, and route data with Latenode's visual editor, enhancing lead management and data collection, and avoiding back-end setup.
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FAQ Microsoft Excel and Basin
How can I connect my Microsoft Excel account to Basin using Latenode?
To connect your Microsoft Excel account to Basin on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Microsoft Excel and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Microsoft Excel and Basin accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically update Excel with new Basin form submissions?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows you to instantly update Microsoft Excel spreadsheets with each new Basin form submission, streamlining data collection and analysis effortlessly.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Microsoft Excel with Basin?
Integrating Microsoft Excel with Basin allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create new Excel rows from Basin form submissions.
- Update Excel cells with specific Basin form data.
- Trigger email notifications based on Excel data changes derived from Basin.
- Generate reports in Excel using Basin's collected data.
- Archive Basin form submissions directly into Excel.
What Microsoft Excel file types are supported on Latenode?
Latenode supports .xlsx and .xls file formats for Microsoft Excel integration, enabling flexible data management and automation workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Microsoft Excel and Basin integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large Excel files might impact workflow performance.
- Complex Excel formulas may require custom JavaScript for accurate data transformation.
- Basin's API rate limits could affect the frequency of data updates.