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

Add the PDF.co Node
Select the PDF.co 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 PDF.co 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 PDF.co 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 PDF.co 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 PDF.co, 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 PDF.co and Google docs integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between PDF.co 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 PDF.co and Google docs
PDF.co + Google Docs + Slack: When a new PDF document is available, PDF.co parses the document to extract relevant data, then uses that data to populate a Google Docs template. Upon successful template population, a Slack notification is sent to a specified channel to inform users of the completed process.
Google Docs + PDF.co + Airtable: A new document is created in Google Docs, then converted to PDF using PDF.co. PDF.co parses the converted PDF to extract data, and finally stores the extracted data in Airtable for organized record-keeping.
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About PDF.co
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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 PDF.co and Google docs
How can I connect my PDF.co account to Google docs using Latenode?
To connect your PDF.co account to Google docs on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select PDF.co and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your PDF.co and Google docs accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically archive Google docs as secured PDFs?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor makes this easy. Automate PDF conversion and archiving for compliance and improved document control.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating PDF.co with Google docs?
Integrating PDF.co with Google docs allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Convert Google docs to PDF files and apply watermarks using PDF.co.
- Extract text and data from PDF documents into Google docs.
- Automatically populate Google docs templates with data from PDF forms.
- Secure Google docs by converting them to password-protected PDFs.
- Generate PDFs from Google docs and store them in a secure cloud storage.
How do I handle complex PDF layouts when extracting data in Latenode?
Latenode allows you to use JavaScript nodes to pre-process data before importing it into Google docs for optimal formatting.
Are there any limitations to the PDF.co and Google docs integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large PDF files may take longer to process, depending on PDF.co's server load.
- Complex PDF layouts might require custom JavaScript for accurate data extraction.
- Google docs API limits might affect workflows with very high document volumes.