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

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

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

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Authenticate Grist
Now, click the Grist node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Grist settings. Authentication allows you to use Grist through Latenode.
Configure the Phantombuster and Grist 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 Phantombuster and Grist 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 Phantombuster, Grist, 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 Phantombuster and Grist integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Phantombuster and Grist (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
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Use Grist in Latenode to build custom data dashboards and manage complex data sets within your automation workflows. Trigger flows based on Grist updates, or write data back to Grist after processing. Add custom logic with JavaScript and scale without per-step fees, creating powerful data-driven automations.
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FAQ Phantombuster and Grist
How can I connect my Phantombuster account to Grist using Latenode?
To connect your Phantombuster account to Grist on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Phantombuster and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Phantombuster and Grist accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate lead enrichment using Phantombuster and Grist integration?
Yes, easily! With Latenode, enrich Grist leads using Phantombuster, then automatically update Grist. Latenode's visual editor makes complex data transformations simple.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Phantombuster with Grist?
Integrating Phantombuster with Grist allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically updating Grist spreadsheets with data scraped by Phantombuster.
- Creating automated reports in Grist based on Phantombuster data.
- Triggering Phantombuster scraping based on new entries in Grist.
- Managing and organizing scraped data within Grist for better analysis.
- Building custom dashboards visualizing Phantombuster-extracted insights.
What security measures does Latenode have for Phantombuster data?
Latenode employs robust encryption and secure authentication to protect your Phantombuster and Grist data during integration workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Phantombuster and Grist integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Phantombuster API limits may affect the frequency of data extraction.
- Complex data transformations might require JavaScript knowledge.
- Grist's plan limitations could restrict the size of integrated datasets.