How to Import/Export Cards into Trello with Google Sheets Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to integrate Trello and Google Sheets using Pabbly Connect for seamless card import/export. Step-by-step guide included! Build sophisticated automated workflows in less time than you think. This guide translates complex integrations into straightforward steps for immediate implementation.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for Trello and Google Sheets Integration

To start importing and exporting cards between Trello and Google Sheets, you need to use Pabbly Connect. This integration tool allows you to automate the process without any coding knowledge. Begin by visiting Pabbly’s website and signing in to your account. If you don’t have an account, you can create one quickly and easily.

Once logged in, navigate to the dashboard and click on ‘Create Workflow’. Name your workflow something like ‘Google Sheets to Trello’. This will help you identify the workflow later. The next step is to set up the trigger, which is crucial for the automation process.

2. Configuring Google Sheets as a Trigger in Pabbly Connect

In this section, you will configure Google Sheets as the trigger application in Pabbly Connect. Select Google Sheets as your trigger app and choose the trigger event as ‘New Spreadsheet Row’. This means that every time a new row is added to your Google Sheet, it will trigger an action in Trello.

• Choose Google Sheets as the trigger application.
• Select ‘New Spreadsheet Row’ as the trigger event.
• Copy the webhook URL provided by Pabbly Connect.

Next, go to your Google Sheets, click on the ‘Extensions’ menu, and select ‘Add-ons’. Here, you need to install the Pabbly Connect Webhooks add-on if you haven’t done so already. After installing, refresh your Google Sheet to see the add-on in the list.

3. Setting Up the Webhook in Google Sheets

Now it’s time to set up the webhook URL in Google Sheets using Pabbly Connect. Click on the Pabbly Connect Webhooks add-on and select ‘Initial Setup’. Paste the webhook URL you copied earlier into the designated field and specify the trigger column, which is the last column of your data.

Your trigger column is crucial as it determines when the data will be sent to Pabbly Connect. For example, if your last column is C, enter ‘C’ in the trigger column field. After that, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ in Pabbly Connect to ensure everything is working properly.

• Paste the webhook URL in the Initial Setup window.
• Specify the trigger column based on your data.
• Click ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to test the connection.

After testing, you should see a confirmation that the data has been sent successfully. This indicates that your Google Sheets is now connected to Pabbly Connect and ready to send data to Trello.

4. Connecting Trello in Pabbly Connect

With Google Sheets set up, the next step is to connect Trello as the action application in Pabbly Connect. Click on the ‘+’ icon to add a new action. Select Trello as your action app and choose ‘Add New Card’ as the action event. This setup allows Pabbly Connect to create a new card in Trello whenever a new row is added in Google Sheets.

To connect your Trello account, you will need your Trello username and API key. Go to your Trello account, navigate to the profile section, and copy your username. Next, generate an API key from Trello’s API settings and copy it. You will also need to generate a token for authorization.

Select Trello as the action application. Choose ‘Add New Card’ as the action event. Input your Trello username, API key, and token.

Once you have entered all necessary information, click on ‘Save’ to finalize the connection. This step ensures that Pabbly Connect can send the data from Google Sheets to Trello seamlessly.

5. Mapping Fields for Trello Card Creation

After successfully connecting Trello, you need to map the fields for the card creation process in Pabbly Connect. This step involves specifying which data from Google Sheets should populate the corresponding fields in Trello. You will see options like board, list, card name, description, and due date.

For instance, you can select your Trello board and the specific list where the new card should appear. Map the card name and description from Google Sheets to the respective fields in Trello. Ensure that the due date is formatted correctly as per Trello’s requirements.

Once you have completed the mapping, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to test the integration. If everything is set up correctly, you should see the new card appear in Trello with the specified details from Google Sheets.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to use Pabbly Connect to import and export cards between Trello and Google Sheets. By following the steps outlined, you can automate the process seamlessly without any coding knowledge. This integration enhances your productivity by ensuring that your Trello boards are always up-to-date with the latest data from Google Sheets.