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


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Authenticate YouTube
Now, click the YouTube node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your YouTube settings. Authentication allows you to use YouTube through Latenode.
Configure the Microsoft SharePoint Online and YouTube 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 YouTube 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, YouTube, 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 YouTube integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Microsoft SharePoint Online and YouTube (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 YouTube
YouTube + Microsoft SharePoint Online + Microsoft Teams: When a new video is uploaded to a specific YouTube channel, it saves the video information to a SharePoint document library and sends a notification with a link to the video in a designated Microsoft Teams channel.
YouTube + Microsoft SharePoint Online + Slack: When a new video is uploaded to a specific YouTube channel, the workflow retrieves the video's subtitles/transcript, saves it to a specified SharePoint folder, and then sends a message to a designated Slack channel notifying relevant team members about the new video and its transcript.
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FAQ Microsoft SharePoint Online and YouTube
How can I connect my Microsoft SharePoint Online account to YouTube using Latenode?
To connect your Microsoft SharePoint Online account to YouTube 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 YouTube accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I archive YouTube videos to SharePoint?
Yes, you can! Latenode's flexible workflow editor enables you to automatically back up your YouTube videos to Microsoft SharePoint Online, creating a secure and searchable archive.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Microsoft SharePoint Online with YouTube?
Integrating Microsoft SharePoint Online with YouTube allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically archiving new YouTube videos to a SharePoint document library.
- Posting SharePoint document updates as YouTube community posts.
- Triggering SharePoint workflows when specific YouTube videos are uploaded.
- Creating a searchable repository of YouTube transcripts in SharePoint.
- Generating content ideas based on trending SharePoint documents.
How do I automate SharePoint Online YouTube uploads?
Use Latenode’s visual editor to build workflows that watch a SharePoint folder and automatically upload new files as YouTube videos.
Are there any limitations to the Microsoft SharePoint Online and YouTube integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large file transfers may be affected by SharePoint Online's throttling limits.
- YouTube API usage is subject to YouTube's quota policies.
- Real-time updates are dependent on the polling interval set in your workflow.