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


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Authenticate Converter
Now, click the Converter node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Converter settings. Authentication allows you to use Converter through Latenode.
Configure the Microsoft Excel and Converter 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 Converter 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, Converter, 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 Converter integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Microsoft Excel and Converter (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 Converter
Microsoft Excel + Converter + Google Drive: When a new Excel workbook is created, it is converted to a document format and then saved to a specified folder in Google Drive for easy sharing and accessibility.
Converter + Microsoft Excel + Slack: When a file is converted, the workflow retrieves data from an Excel sheet. Finally, a Slack message is sent with the converted file to a specified channel for quick feedback.
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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 Converter
Need to standardize file formats? Integrate Converter in Latenode to automatically transform documents as part of any workflow. Convert PDFs to text, images to vector graphics, and more. Automate data entry, content repurposing, or reporting pipelines with no-code ease and JavaScript customization. Stop juggling formats manually.
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FAQ Microsoft Excel and Converter
How can I connect my Microsoft Excel account to Converter using Latenode?
To connect your Microsoft Excel account to Converter 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 Converter accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I convert Excel data based on dynamic Converter rules?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor lets you dynamically update conversion rules in Converter based on data pulled directly from Microsoft Excel. This ensures accurate, real-time conversion workflows.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Microsoft Excel with Converter?
Integrating Microsoft Excel with Converter allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically convert currency values from Excel into preferred formats.
- Transform date formats from Excel sheets into Converter-compatible layouts.
- Convert units of measurement from Excel data for global reports.
- Translate text within Excel spreadsheets using Converter's language tools.
- Process and convert data extracted from scanned Excel documents.
Can I trigger file conversions based on Excel updates?
Yes! With Latenode, you can trigger Converter workflows whenever a Microsoft Excel file is modified, automating real-time file processing.
Are there any limitations to the Microsoft Excel and Converter integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large Excel files may require optimized workflows for efficient processing.
- Complex Converter rulesets might impact workflow execution speed.
- Real-time data updates depend on the frequency of Excel data synchronization.