How to connect Motion and Missive
Create a New Scenario to Connect Motion and Missive
In the workspace, click the βCreate New Scenarioβ button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node β 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 Missive will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Motion or Missive, 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 Missive Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Motion node, select Missive from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Missive.

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Authenticate Missive
Now, click the Missive node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Missive settings. Authentication allows you to use Missive through Latenode.
Configure the Motion and Missive 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 Missive 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 donβt 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, Missive, and any additional nodes, donβt 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 βRun onceβ and triggering an event to check if the Motion and Missive integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Motion and Missive (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 Missive
Motion + Missive + Slack: When a task is marked as completed in Motion, a summary of the task details is sent to a designated channel in Missive and a notification is posted in a Slack channel to inform the team.
Missive + Motion + Google Calendar: When a new conversation is started or updated in Missive, a corresponding task is created in Motion, and an event is added to Google Calendar to reflect the task deadline.
Motion and Missive 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 Missive
Centralize team comms in Missive and automate actions via Latenode. Monitor email, social media, and SMS, then trigger workflows based on content or sender. Automatically create tasks, update records, or send alerts. Use Latenode's visual editor and scripting for custom rules and integrations, eliminating manual triage and speeding responses.
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FAQ Motion and Missive
How can I connect my Motion account to Missive using Latenode?
To connect your Motion account to Missive 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 Missive accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically update Missive with new Motion tasks?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual builder lets you easily create workflows, keeping your Missive team updated on Motion task statuses in real-time. Improve team awareness and cut down on status update meetings.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Motion with Missive?
Integrating Motion with Missive allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Creating new Missive conversations when Motion tasks are assigned.
- Sending daily summaries of Motion tasks to a dedicated Missive channel.
- Adding Motion task URLs to Missive messages for quick access.
- Notifying a Missive team when a Motion task status changes to "urgent."
- Generating project reports from Motion and sharing them in Missive.
What level of Motion access does Latenode require to function?
Latenode requires read and write access to specific Motion data points to automate workflows. You control permissions during authorization for data security.
Are there any limitations to the Motion and Missive integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Historical data migration between Motion and Missive is not supported.
- Complex filtering within Motion data might require custom JavaScript code.
- Real-time sync depends on API availability from both Motion and Missive.