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Streamline Event Ticketing with Google Sheets, Docs & Barcodes

This automation template helps event organizers streamline the management of event ticketing by integrating Google Sheets, Google Docs, and barcode generation. Users can store attendee data in a Google Sheet, create ticket templates in Google Docs, and generate unique barcodes for each ticket.

The system automatically populates the ticket details in the Google Doc, which can then be shared with attendees to print their tickets. This solution simplifies the process of organizing event information, generating tickets, and validating entry, providing a cohesive and efficient event ticketing system.

Updated Apr 2, 2026Est. run: 11sEst. cost: $0.0007
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What this template does

  • Stores attendee data in a Google Sheet for easy access and management.
  • Generates unique barcodes for each event ticket to enable entry validation.
  • Populates ticket details in a customizable Google Doc template.
  • Allows attendees to print their tickets directly from the shared Google Doc.
  • Provides a centralized system for organizing event information and ticketing.

How it works

1
Trigger

Create Google Sheet

Set up the event details and ticket sales tracker in a Google Sheet.

2
Action

Generate Ticket Template

Design the ticket layout in a Google Doc.

3
Action

Populate Google Doc

Fetch data from the Google Sheet and automatically insert it into the ticket template.

4
Action

Generate Barcodes

Create unique barcodes for each ticket.

5
Action

Share Ticket Document

Distribute the completed ticket PDF, including the barcodes, to attendees.

Setup guide

1

Connect to Google Sheets

1. Add a Google Sheets credential in the Latenode Credentials panel using OAuth authentication. 2. Add a Google Sheets node to your Latenode workflow and select the Google Sheets credential you just created.

2

Connect to Google Docs

1. Add a Google Docs credential in the Latenode Credentials panel using OAuth authentication. 2. Add a Google Docs node to your Latenode workflow and select the Google Docs credential you just created.

3

Set up Google Sheet for Event Details

1. In the Google Sheets node settings, create a new spreadsheet and add columns for event details (name, date, location, etc.) and ticket information (attendee name, ticket number, barcode).

4

Create Google Doc Ticket Template

1. In the Google Docs node settings, create a new document and design the ticket template, including placeholders for the event details and ticket information.

5

Generate Barcodes

1. Add a JavaScript node to your Latenode workflow. 2. In the JavaScript node settings, write a script to generate unique barcodes for each ticket and insert them into the Google Sheet and Google Doc.

// Example barcode generation script
const barcodeGenerator = require('barcode-generator');

exports.main = async (inputs) => {
  const { ticketNumber } = inputs;
  const barcode = barcodeGenerator.generate(ticketNumber);
  return { barcode };
};

Requirements

Create a Google Sheets spreadsheet to store attendee data, including name, email, ticket type, and any other relevant information
Set up a Google Docs template for the event ticket, with placeholders for the attendee details
Enable the Google Sheets API and Google Docs API in the Google Cloud Console to access and manipulate the data
Integrate a barcode generation service, such as a third-party API or a custom barcode generator, to create unique barcodes for each ticket

FAQ

Common questions about this template

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