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How to connect Motion and Google docs
Create a New Scenario to Connect Motion and Google docs
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 Motion, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Motion or Google docs will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Motion or Google docs, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.
Add the Motion Node
Select the Motion node from the app selection panel on the right.
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Add the Google docs Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Motion node, select Google docs from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Google docs.
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Authenticate Google docs
Now, click the Google docs node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Google docs settings. Authentication allows you to use Google docs through Latenode.
Configure the Motion and Google docs 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 Motion and Google docs 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 Motion, Google docs, 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 Motion and Google docs integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Motion and Google docs (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Motion and Google docs
Motion + Google Docs + Slack: When a task is created or updated in Motion, the details are appended to a daily summary document in Google Docs. A notification is then sent to a Slack channel with a link to the updated document.
Google Calendar + Google Docs + Motion: When a new event is created in Google Calendar, a new document is created in Google Docs to store meeting notes. A task is then created in Motion to follow up on action items discussed during the meeting.
Motion and Google docs integration alternatives
About Motion
Use Motion in Latenode to auto-schedule tasks and projects based on real-time data. Trigger Motion updates from other apps, or update other tools when Motion tasks change. Connect it to your CRM or calendar, and automate team workflows. The low-code editor simplifies customization, ensuring tasks are prioritized and deadlines are met across all platforms.
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About Google docs
Automate document creation and updates with Google Docs in Latenode. Populate templates, extract text, and trigger workflows based on document changes. Connect Google Docs to CRMs, databases, or marketing tools to streamline content generation and approval processes. Less manual work, more consistent documents, and automated collaboration.
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FAQ Motion and Google docs
How can I connect my Motion account to Google docs using Latenode?
To connect your Motion account to Google docs on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Motion and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Motion and Google docs accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create Google docs from new Motion tasks?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor makes it easy to trigger Google docs creation when new tasks are added in Motion. This streamlines project documentation and reporting.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Motion with Google docs?
Integrating Motion with Google docs allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically creating project briefs in Google docs from Motion tasks.
- Updating a Google Sheets log with completed Motion task details.
- Generating meeting agendas in Google docs from Motion task lists.
- Creating summary documents in Google docs of your Motion projects.
- Backing up key Motion project data into Google docs spreadsheets.
What Motion data is accessible within Latenode workflows?
Latenode gives you access to tasks, projects, users, and custom fields within Motion. Use them to automate any process, enriched by code or AI.
Are there any limitations to the Motion and Google docs integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex document formatting may require custom JavaScript code.
- Real-time collaboration features are limited to Google docs native functionality.
- Very large data transfers might require optimized workflow design.
