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

Add the OCR Space Node
Select the OCR Space node from the app selection panel on the right.

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

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Authenticate Todoist
Now, click the Todoist node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Todoist settings. Authentication allows you to use Todoist through Latenode.
Configure the OCR Space and Todoist 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 OCR Space and Todoist 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 OCR Space, Todoist, 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 OCR Space and Todoist integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between OCR Space and Todoist (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect OCR Space and Todoist
Gmail + OCR Space + Todoist: When a new email arrives with an attachment, the attachment (receipt) is extracted and converted to text using OCR Space. Then, a task is created in Todoist to log the expense, including the extracted text.
OCR Space + Todoist + Slack: When a document needs review, the document is converted to text using OCR Space, a task is created in Todoist to review the document, and a notification is sent to a Slack channel.
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About OCR Space
Need to extract text from images or PDFs? Use OCR Space in Latenode to automatically process documents and integrate the data into your workflows. Automate invoice processing, data entry, or compliance checks. Latenode adds flexible logic, file parsing, and destinations to your OCR results, scaling beyond single-document processing.
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About Todoist
Tired of manual task management? Integrate Todoist with Latenode to automate task creation based on triggers from other apps. Update tasks, track progress, and sync data across your workflows. Latenode lets you customize logic and scale without code, connecting Todoist to your business processes for true automation.
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FAQ OCR Space and Todoist
How can I connect my OCR Space account to Todoist using Latenode?
To connect your OCR Space account to Todoist on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select OCR Space and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your OCR Space and Todoist accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create tasks from scanned receipts?
Yes, you can! With Latenode, automatically extract data from receipts using OCR Space and create Todoist tasks. This saves time and ensures organized expense tracking with flexible AI/JS steps.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating OCR Space with Todoist?
Integrating OCR Space with Todoist allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create Todoist tasks from text extracted from scanned documents.
- Add new tasks to Todoist when OCR Space recognizes specific keywords.
- Update task details in Todoist based on OCR Space output.
- Organize scanned invoices into Todoist projects and sections.
- Automatically schedule follow-up actions in Todoist based on OCR data.
How can I handle errors during the OCR Space process in Latenode?
Latenode provides advanced error handling: use conditional logic to retry failed OCR processes, send alerts, or log errors for review. Ensure reliable automation.
Are there any limitations to the OCR Space and Todoist integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- OCR Space's API usage limits may affect the number of documents processed.
- Complex document layouts can sometimes lead to inaccurate text extraction.
- Free Todoist accounts have limitations on the number of active projects.