Integrate Gmail with Google Tasks to automate your work

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1. Choose a Trigger

An event that starts an automation

2. Choose an Action

The event an automation performs after it's triggered

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Select a trigger from Gmail

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with Gmail, a trigger could be "New Attachment."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from Google Tasks

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Google Tasks, the action could be "Create Task List."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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Star Gmail emails to create Google Tasks

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Create Google Tasks for Gmail emails that match searches

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Create Google Tasks tasks for new Gmail labeled emails

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Send Gmail emails for new tasks in Google Tasks

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Send emails in Gmail for new completed tasks in Google Tasks

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Create tasks in Google Tasks from new Gmail attachments
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Create task lists in Google Tasks from new matching emails in Gmail
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gmail + Google Tasks integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Gmail and Google Tasks

How can I connect my Gmail account to Google Tasks?

To connect Gmail with Google Tasks, you'll need to use our integration platform. Start by signing in to your accounts and selecting Gmail and Google Tasks as your applications. Follow prompts to authenticate both accounts with our platform, ensuring you grant the necessary permissions for access.

What triggers are available when integrating Gmail with Google Tasks?

In our integration, you can set triggers such as receiving a new email in Gmail, starring an email, or if an email is marked important. These triggers can be used to create actions in Google Tasks automatically.

Can I automatically create tasks in Google Tasks from emails in Gmail?

Yes, you can automatically generate tasks in Google Tasks from certain emails in Gmail. By setting up a trigger like 'New Email' or 'Starred Email,' our system will enable you to convert these into actionable tasks within Google Tasks.

Is it possible to update existing tasks in Google Tasks based on Gmail activity?

Currently, while we offer integration for creating new tasks based on specific triggers from Gmail activities, updating existing tasks requires manual adjustments within your Google Tasks account.

Are there customization options for task creation when integrating with Gmail?

Yes, when setting a trigger such as 'New Starred Email,' you have the option to customize what details are transferred into the task note field in Google Tasks. This allows flexibility over how much context accompanies each generated task.

Can I filter which emails are turned into tasks when using this integration?

Certainly! You can apply filters on your trigger setup so only emails meeting specific criteria (like those from a certain sender or with specific keywords) get turned into tasks within your connected Google Tasks account.

What limitations should I be aware of when using this integration between Gmail and Google Tasks?

While this integration allows seamless creation of new tasks from emails, it's important to note that changes made to existing tasks won't sync back to adjust the original email in Gmail or vice versa.

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Supported triggers and actions

Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.

- Label or mailbox
- Search keywords
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Scheduled
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- Label or mailbox
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Scheduled
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- Search keywords
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Scheduled
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- Label or mailbox
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Scheduled
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- Message
  Required
Action
Write

- Trigger_instructions
- Thread
  Required
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- From
- From_name
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Add signature default
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
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Write
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- From
- From_name
- Reply_to
- Subject
  Required
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Add signature default
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
Action
Write

- Trigger_instructions
- Thread
  Required
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- From
- From_name
- Reply_to
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
Action
Write
- Search keywords
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- From
- From_name
- Reply_to
- Subject
  Required
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Add signature default
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
Action
Search or write
- Task List
  Required
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Scheduled
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- List Title
  Required
Action
Write
- Task List
  Required
- Task
  Required
- List Title
  Required
- Status
- Notes
- Due On
Action
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- List
  Required
- List Title
  Required
Action
Search
- List
  Required
- List Title
  Required
- Task List
  Required
- Notes
- Due On
Action
Search or write

New Label
Triggers when you add a new label.
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Scheduled
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- Label or mailbox
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Scheduled
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New Starred Email
Triggers when you receive a new email and star it within two days.
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Scheduled
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- Label
- Message
  Required
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- Recipient_instructions
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- Subject
  Required
- From
- From_name
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Add signature default
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
Action
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- Name of label
  Required
Action
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- Message
  Required
- Label or mailbox
Action
Write
- Search keywords
Action
Search
- Task List
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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New Task List
Triggers when a new task list is created.
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Scheduled
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- Task List
  Required
- List Title
  Required
- Notes
- Due On
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- Api_docs_info
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters
- Headers
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
  Required
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- Results will output in a line-item format. Subsequent action steps will need to support line-items. If not, you can transform this into t
- Task List
  Required
- Display Completed Tasks
  Required
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Search

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