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

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Authenticate PDF.co
Now, click the PDF.co node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your PDF.co settings. Authentication allows you to use PDF.co through Latenode.
Configure the Motion and PDF.co 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 PDF.co 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, PDF.co, 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 PDF.co integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Motion and PDF.co (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 PDF.co
Motion + PDF.co + Slack: When a task is completed in Motion, a PDF summary of the task details is created using PDF.co, and a notification is sent to a designated Slack channel.
PDF.co + Motion + Google Drive: When a new file is added to a specified Google Drive folder, convert the document to PDF using PDF.co. Then, create a video explaining the document using Motion, and save both the PDF and video to Google Drive.
Motion and PDF.co 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 PDF.co
Need to automate PDF tasks? Use PDF.co in Latenode to parse data, convert formats, and add signatures. Automate document processing workflows without code. Latenode’s visual editor and affordable pricing make it easy to build scalable solutions for invoices, reports, and more. Bypass manual work and centralize document automation.
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FAQ Motion and PDF.co
How can I connect my Motion account to PDF.co using Latenode?
To connect your Motion account to PDF.co 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 PDF.co accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically archive completed Motion projects into PDF files?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automate this by converting project data into PDFs using PDF.co. Archive projects easily and free up space in Motion.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Motion with PDF.co?
Integrating Motion with PDF.co allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Convert Motion project details into shareable PDF reports automatically.
- Generate invoices in PDF format based on tracked time in Motion.
- Create PDF summaries of completed tasks within a Motion project.
- Archive project documentation from Motion into PDF format for long-term storage.
- Automatically watermark PDF documents with Motion project metadata.
How do I trigger PDF.co actions based on Motion task completions?
Use Latenode's visual editor to create triggers based on Motion events, sending the data to PDF.co for processing instantly.
Are there any limitations to the Motion and PDF.co integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex PDF manipulations may require custom JavaScript code.
- Rate limits on the PDF.co API depend on your PDF.co subscription plan.
- Real-time updates depend on the polling interval configured in Latenode.