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Automatically create Google Tasks from saved Slack messages

This automation allows Slack users to automatically create new tasks in Google Tasks whenever they save a message in Slack.

It connects the team's task tracking in Slack with personal task management in Google Tasks, streamlining workflow. When a user saves a message in Slack, a corresponding new task is automatically created in the specified Google Tasks list, with the Slack message details populating the new task.

Updated Apr 2, 2026Est. run: 8sEst. cost: $0.0005
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What this template does

  • Saves Slack messages as new tasks in Google Tasks
  • Creates tasks with the Slack message details
  • Connects Slack task tracking with Google Tasks management
  • Automates the process of transferring Slack messages to tasks
  • Enables users to view and manage Slack-created tasks in Google Tasks

How it works

1
Trigger

Slack message is saved

When a user saves a message in Slack, this triggers the automation to start processing the message.

2
Action

Fetch Slack message details

The automation fetches the details of the saved Slack message, including the message text, author, and timestamp.

3
Action

Create new task in Google Tasks

A new task is automatically created in the specified Google Tasks list, with the Slack message details populating the task title, description, and other relevant fields.

4
Logic

Process Slack message

Custom code is executed to process the Slack message and format the information for the new Google Tasks item.

Setup guide

1

Add Slack credential

Add a Slack credential in the Latenode Credentials panel by connecting your Slack workspace using OAuth.

2

Add Google Tasks credential

Add a Google Tasks credential in the Latenode Credentials panel by connecting your Google account using OAuth.

3

Configure Slack trigger

Add a Slack trigger node to the workflow and configure it to listen for 'New Saved Message' events from your Slack workspace.

4

Configure Google Tasks action

Add a Google Tasks action node to the workflow and configure it to create a new task in the desired Google Tasks list. Map the relevant Slack message data (e.g. title, description) to the Google Tasks fields.

5

Test and deploy

Test the workflow by saving a message in Slack and verifying the new task is created in Google Tasks. Once satisfied, deploy the workflow to start automating the process.

Requirements

Slack workspace with access to send messages and manage saved messages
Google account with access to create tasks in Google Tasks
Latenode workspace with the Slack and Google Tasks integrations configured
Permissions in the Latenode workspace to create a new workflow using the Slack and Google Tasks nodes

FAQ

Common questions about this template

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