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


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Authenticate Moco
Now, click the Moco node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Moco settings. Authentication allows you to use Moco through Latenode.
Configure the Microsoft Excel and Moco 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 Moco 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, Moco, 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 Moco integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Microsoft Excel and Moco (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 Moco
Moco + Microsoft Excel + Slack: This automation watches for new events in Moco, summarizes project hours in an Excel worksheet, and then sends a weekly report to a dedicated Slack channel.
Moco + Microsoft Excel + Google Sheets: When a new event occurs in Moco, this automation exports time entries to a Microsoft Excel file, and then imports the data into a Google Sheets spreadsheet for shared budget tracking.
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FAQ Microsoft Excel and Moco
How can I connect my Microsoft Excel account to Moco using Latenode?
To connect your Microsoft Excel account to Moco 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 Moco accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically update Moco projects from Excel data?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor lets you map Excel data directly to Moco projects, automating updates and saving you time. Plus, scale your automations with ease.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Microsoft Excel with Moco?
Integrating Microsoft Excel with Moco allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically creating new Moco projects from Excel spreadsheet data.
- Syncing updated task statuses from Excel to Moco for real-time tracking.
- Generating invoices in Moco based on data calculated in Microsoft Excel.
- Importing timesheet data from Microsoft Excel into Moco for payroll processing.
- Creating custom reports combining Excel analytics with Moco project financials.
How easily can I handle large Excel files within Latenode workflows?
Latenode efficiently processes large Excel files, allowing you to automate complex data transformations and integrations with Moco, even at scale.
Are there any limitations to the Microsoft Excel and Moco integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex Excel formulas might require adaptation for seamless integration.
- Real-time syncing depends on the polling frequency configured in your workflow.
- Large data transfers can be subject to API rate limits of Microsoft Excel and Moco.