Integrate Google Docs with Notion 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 Google Docs

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

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

Setup an action from Notion

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Notion, the action could be "Add Comment."

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

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Quickly connect Google Docs to Notion with a Zapier template.

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Create Google Docs documents from new Notion database items
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Create database items in Notion for new Google Docs in folder.
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Create new Notion database items from Google Docs documents.
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Create summarized notes in Notion from new Google Docs
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Create new Notion pages from new Google Docs documents

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Generate documents from templates in Google Docs from new items in Notion databases

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Create database items in Notion for new Google Docs in folder.

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Create new Notion database items from Google Docs documents.

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Create summarized notes in Notion from new Google Docs

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Create documents from template in Google Docs from updated pages in Notion
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Update Notion database items when new documents are added to a Google Docs folder
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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Docs + Notion integrations

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

How can I automatically save Google Docs to Notion?

You can set up a trigger in Zapier where any new or modified Google Doc will automatically be saved or updated in a designated Notion page. This involves creating a Zap with the trigger being 'New Document' or 'Document Updated' in Google Docs and the action being 'Create Database Item' in Notion.

Is it possible to update Notion when a Google Doc is edited?

Yes, by setting up an automated workflow with Zapier, you can track changes or updates in Google Docs and reflect those changes in Notion. Set the trigger as 'Document Updated' in Google Docs and connect it to the 'Update Database Item' action for Notion.

Can I create a Google Doc from content published on Notion?

Certainly. You can configure a Zap that listens for new pages or database entries added to your Notion workspace and triggers the creation of a new document in Google Docs using this information.

Does integration allow copying images from Google Docs to Notion?

At present, we primarily support text data between Google Docs and Notion. Image transfer might require additional steps or manual adjustments to ensure complete content moves across services.

What triggers support the integration between Google Docs and Notion?

The integration supports various triggers like 'New Document,' 'Document Updated,' and even specific searches within documents. These triggers enable dynamic actions such as creating or updating database items on your linked Notion account.

Are there limitations on file types when syncing between Google Docs and Notion?

The synchronization primarily deals with text-based documents. Any non-text elements may need manual handling as we currently emphasize efficiency for document-based workflows rather than multimedia content.

How often do automated tasks between these apps run through our platform?

Automated tasks via Zapier typically run as frequently as every five minutes for paid plans. The free plan has some limitations such as running every 15 minutes, ensuring updates are relatively prompt without overwhelming system resources.

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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.

New Document
Triggers when a new document is added (inside any folder).
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Folder
- Document Name
  Required
- Text to Append
  Required
- Append Text on New Line?
Action
Write
- Document Name
  Required
- New Document Name
  Required
- Folder
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters
- Headers
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
Action
Write
- Folder
- New Document Name
  Required
- Document Name
  Required
- Export Formats
Action
Search or write

- Database
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Page_id
  Required
- Comment
  Required
Action
Write

- Parent_page
- New Document Name
  Required
- Content
- Icon
- Cover
Action
Write
- Database
  Required
- Item
  Required
- Content
Action
Write
Retrieve a Page
This action retrieves a specific page from Notion using its ID. The page id can be a normal page or a database item.
Action
Write
- BlockId
  Required
Action
Search
- Database
  Required
Action
Search
- Page_id
  Required
- Comment
  Required
Action
Search or write

- Folder
Trigger
Scheduled
Try It
- Document Name
  Required
- New Document Name
  Required
- Folder
- Sharing Preference
- Unused Fields Preference
- Export Formats
Action
Write
- New Document Name
  Required
- Document Name
  Required
- Folder
- Export Formats
Action
Write
- Folder
- New Document Name
  Required
Action
Search
- Database
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Page_id
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
Try It
- Database
  Required
- Content
- Content Format
Action
Write
- Page_id
  Required
- Content
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters
- Headers
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
Action
Write
Retrieve Database
This action retrieves a database in Notion using the ID of the database.
Action
Write
- Page_id
  Required
Action
Search
- New Document Name
  Required
- Exact_match
  Required
Action
Search
- Database
  Required
- Content
- Content Format
Action
Search or write

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