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

Add the Monster API Node
Select the Monster API node from the app selection panel on the right.


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


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Authenticate Grist
Now, click the Grist node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Grist settings. Authentication allows you to use Grist through Latenode.
Configure the Monster API and Grist 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 Monster API and Grist 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 Monster API, Grist, 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 Monster API and Grist integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Monster API and Grist (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Monster API and Grist
Monster API + Grist + Slack: When a new monster data is fetched from the Monster API, the information is added as a new record in a Grist spreadsheet. A notification is then sent to a Slack channel informing about the new entry.
Grist + Monster API + Discord bot: When new records are created or updated in Grist, the Monster API is called to fetch corresponding monster data. The fetched data is then sent through a Discord bot to a specific channel for user consumption.
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FAQ Monster API and Grist
How can I connect my Monster API account to Grist using Latenode?
To connect your Monster API account to Grist on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Monster API and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Monster API and Grist accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I enrich Grist data with Monster API website details?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you enrich Grist data using Monster API to get website data, improving your data quality with automated workflows and advanced logic.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Monster API with Grist?
Integrating Monster API with Grist allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically updating Grist with website data scraped via Monster API.
- Triggering website monitoring based on new entries in Grist spreadsheets.
- Creating reports in Grist using data collected from websites with Monster API.
- Enriching lead data in Grist using website information from Monster API.
- Building custom dashboards in Grist with website performance metrics.
How do I handle errors from Monster API in my Latenode workflows?
Latenode provides robust error handling. Use the built-in error handling blocks to manage Monster API errors and ensure workflow reliability.
Are there any limitations to the Monster API and Grist integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits from Monster API may impact the speed of data retrieval.
- Complex data transformations might require JavaScript knowledge.
- Grist's API limits may affect the amount of data that can be updated.