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

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


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


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Authenticate Beamer
Now, click the Beamer node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Beamer settings. Authentication allows you to use Beamer through Latenode.
Configure the PDFMonkey and Beamer 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 PDFMonkey and Beamer 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 PDFMonkey, Beamer, 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 PDFMonkey and Beamer integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between PDFMonkey and Beamer (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect PDFMonkey and Beamer
PDFMonkey + Beamer + Slack: When a new PDF document is generated in PDFMonkey, automatically create a new post in Beamer to announce it and notify a Slack channel with a message about the new document.
Beamer + PDFMonkey + Google Drive: When a new feature is announced via a new post in Beamer, generate related PDF guides using PDFMonkey and automatically save them to a specified folder in Google Drive.
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About PDFMonkey
Use PDFMonkey in Latenode to automate document creation from templates. Populate PDFs with data from any app (CRM, database, etc.) via API. Latenode lets you trigger PDF generation based on events, archive documents, and send them automatically. Simplify reporting and document workflows with no-code or custom code.
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About Beamer
Use Beamer in Latenode to automate product update notifications based on user behavior. Trigger targeted announcements directly within your workflows. Combine Beamer with Latenode's data transformation and scheduling tools for more precise and automated communication. Scale your outreach without complex coding.
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FAQ PDFMonkey and Beamer
How can I connect my PDFMonkey account to Beamer using Latenode?
To connect your PDFMonkey account to Beamer on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select PDFMonkey and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your PDFMonkey and Beamer accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically announce new PDF documents via Beamer?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual builder makes it easy to trigger Beamer announcements whenever new PDFs are generated in PDFMonkey, keeping your audience informed automatically.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating PDFMonkey with Beamer?
Integrating PDFMonkey with Beamer allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically announce newly generated invoices to customers via Beamer.
- Post updates to Beamer whenever a new contract is signed in PDFMonkey.
- Notify your team on Beamer about new reports generated by PDFMonkey.
- Send Beamer notifications for updated policy documents from PDFMonkey.
- Create Beamer announcements when new PDF-based marketing materials are ready.
How do I handle errors during PDFMonkey document generation in Latenode?
Latenode provides robust error handling. Use conditional logic and error-handling blocks to manage and retry failed PDFMonkey document generation attempts.
Are there any limitations to the PDFMonkey and Beamer integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex PDFMonkey templates may require more processing time in Latenode.
- Beamer's API rate limits can affect the speed of announcement postings.
- Real-time updates depend on the polling interval configured in Latenode.