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

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Authenticate Zoho Books
Now, click the Zoho Books node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Zoho Books settings. Authentication allows you to use Zoho Books through Latenode.
Configure the Motion and Zoho Books 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 Zoho Books 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, Zoho Books, 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 Zoho Books integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Motion and Zoho Books (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 Zoho Books
Motion + Zoho Books + Slack: When a new task is created in Motion, a new customer is created in Zoho Books (if one doesn't already exist) and an invoice is created for that customer. A notification is then sent to a Slack channel to alert the finance team of the new invoice.
Zoho Books + Motion + Google Calendar: When a new sales invoice is created in Zoho Books, a new task is created in Motion to follow up on the project. A reminder event is then created in Google Calendar to ensure timely follow-up.
Motion and Zoho Books 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 Zoho Books
Automate Zoho Books tasks inside Latenode. Create invoices, track payments, and manage contacts in response to triggers from other apps. Connect accounting data to your CRM, e-commerce, or marketing platforms with no-code ease. Customize workflows with JavaScript for complex calculations and conditional logic. Pay only for execution time.
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FAQ Motion and Zoho Books
How can I connect my Motion account to Zoho Books using Latenode?
To connect your Motion account to Zoho Books 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 Zoho Books accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create invoices for completed Motion projects?
Yes, you can! Latenode’s visual editor makes it simple. Trigger invoice creation in Zoho Books whenever a project status updates in Motion, saving accounting time.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Motion with Zoho Books?
Integrating Motion with Zoho Books allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create new Zoho Books invoices when a Motion task is marked complete.
- Update project budgets in Zoho Books based on Motion time tracking data.
- Sync client information between Motion and Zoho Books for consistency.
- Generate financial reports in Zoho Books using Motion project data.
- Trigger project creation in Motion from new Zoho Books sales orders.
How does Latenode handle Motion and Zoho Books data transformations?
Latenode uses visual data mapping and JavaScript blocks, so transforming data between Motion and Zoho Books is straightforward and adaptable.
Are there any limitations to the Motion and Zoho Books integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex, highly customized data mappings may require JavaScript coding.
- Real-time data synchronization depends on API rate limits of both services.
- Historical data migration between platforms isn't directly supported.