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

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


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


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Authenticate Canny
Now, click the Canny node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Canny settings. Authentication allows you to use Canny through Latenode.
Configure the Microsoft SharePoint Online and Canny 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 SharePoint Online and Canny 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 SharePoint Online, Canny, 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 SharePoint Online and Canny integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Microsoft SharePoint Online and Canny (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Microsoft SharePoint Online and Canny
Canny + Microsoft SharePoint Online + Microsoft Teams: When a feature request receives a new vote in Canny, a corresponding item is created in a SharePoint list, and a notification is sent to a specific team channel in Microsoft Teams.
Canny + Microsoft SharePoint Online + Slack: When new feedback is submitted in Canny as a new post, an item is created in a SharePoint list, and a notification is sent to a designated product channel in Slack to alert the team.
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About Microsoft SharePoint Online
Automate SharePoint Online document management using Latenode. Trigger flows on file changes, move documents based on content, or update metadata without code. Streamline approvals and notifications with visual workflows, integrating SharePoint with other apps. Benefit from flexible logic and scalable execution.
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About Canny
Integrate Canny with Latenode to automate feedback management. Capture user suggestions and bug reports directly, then route them to the right teams. Use AI to categorize input, update task trackers, and notify users of progress, automating the feedback loop and improving responsiveness.
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FAQ Microsoft SharePoint Online and Canny
How can I connect my Microsoft SharePoint Online account to Canny using Latenode?
To connect your Microsoft SharePoint Online account to Canny on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Microsoft SharePoint Online and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Microsoft SharePoint Online and Canny accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate feature request archival from Canny to SharePoint?
Yes! Latenode lets you automatically back up Canny feature requests to Microsoft SharePoint Online. Benefit from secure, scalable data archival using Latenode's flexible automation.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Microsoft SharePoint Online with Canny?
Integrating Microsoft SharePoint Online with Canny allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically creating a SharePoint item for new Canny posts.
- Updating SharePoint document metadata from Canny feedback.
- Archiving closed Canny posts as SharePoint documents.
- Triggering SharePoint workflows from new Canny comments.
- Generating reports in SharePoint based on Canny data.
Can I use JavaScript to transform data between these apps?
Absolutely! Latenode allows you to use JavaScript code to customize data transformations between Microsoft SharePoint Online and Canny for advanced workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Microsoft SharePoint Online and Canny integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- File size limits apply when transferring documents between the apps.
- Real-time synchronization depends on the APIs’ polling intervals.
- Complex data transformations may require custom JavaScript code.