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


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Authenticate Box
Now, click the Box node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Box settings. Authentication allows you to use Box through Latenode.
Configure the Microsoft Excel and Box 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 Box 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, Box, 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 Box integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Microsoft Excel and Box (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 Box
Box + Slack + Microsoft Excel: When a new Excel report is uploaded to a specific folder in Box, a message is sent to a designated Slack channel, notifying the team. The message includes the file name and a direct link to the file on Box.
Box + Microsoft Excel + Google Sheets: Track file versions uploaded to Box in an Excel sheet. When a new file version is available, log file details such as name and upload date into Excel. Then, summarize the data from Excel to a Google Sheet for reporting and analysis.
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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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Automate Box file management within Latenode workflows. Trigger actions based on file uploads, updates, or deletions. Streamline content workflows: automatically process files, extract data, and route them to other apps like CRMs or databases. Use Latenode’s visual editor to build flexible, scalable solutions without code, and reduce manual file handling.
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FAQ Microsoft Excel and Box
How can I connect my Microsoft Excel account to Box using Latenode?
To connect your Microsoft Excel account to Box 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 Box accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically back up Excel files to Box?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows automated backups, ensuring data safety. Define triggers to automatically copy new or updated Microsoft Excel files to Box.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Microsoft Excel with Box?
Integrating Microsoft Excel with Box allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically backing up Microsoft Excel files to Box for safekeeping.
- Creating a new Box folder for each new row added in a Microsoft Excel sheet.
- Importing data from Microsoft Excel spreadsheets into Box for centralized storage.
- Updating a Microsoft Excel sheet with file metadata from files stored in Box.
- Triggering notifications in Box when specific changes occur in a Microsoft Excel file.
Can I use JavaScript to transform Excel data on Latenode?
Yes! Latenode lets you use JavaScript blocks to manipulate data from Microsoft Excel before sending it to Box for advanced data workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Microsoft Excel and Box integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large Microsoft Excel files may take longer to process depending on your Latenode plan.
- Complex Microsoft Excel formulas may not be fully supported in all automation scenarios.
- Real-time, simultaneous editing of the same Microsoft Excel file is not supported within the integration.