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Google Docs
1. Choose trigger event
Canva
Canva
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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Google Docs
Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Document" from Google Docs.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Upload Asset" in Canva.
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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).
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
File
Required
Specify Document Name
Drive
Folder
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Document
Required
Start position (Index)
Required
End position (Index)
Required
Formatting Options
Link URL
Font size (points)
Font family
Text color (hex)
Background color (hex)
Segment ID
Tab ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Document
Required
Text to insert
Required
Insert position (Index)
Required
Segment ID
Tab ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Document
Required
Select which image to replace
Required
New image URL
Required
Select which tab the image is in
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Api_docs_info
Stop on error
Required
HTTP Method
Required
URL
Required
Query string parameters
Additional request headers
Body
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Document
Required
Text to Find
Required
Match Case
Return All Matches
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Document ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Help_text
File
Required
Name
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Autofill Design From Brand Template
Creates a new design by autofilling a brand template with provided data.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Help_text
File
Required
Title
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Stop on error
Required
HTTP Method
Required
URL
Required
Query string parameters
Additional request headers
Body
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Job ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Job ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Search Query
Required
Which Designs to Search?
Type
Required
Title
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search or write
Find existing data in your app, or create a new record if no data is found
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Example actions on this page
Append Text to Document
Upload Asset
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Practical ways you can use Google Docs and Canva
Streamline visuals for online campaigns
When a new design is created in Canva, Zapier can automatically update a Google Document to track details about the asset, such as its name and version. This ensures that marketing teams have up-to-date records of all visual content used in campaigns and can easily collaborate on design assets.
When a new project document is created in Google Docs, Zapier can generate a Canva design template for visual representation, such as a timeline or infographic. This automation helps ensure every project has a polished, visual summary readily accessible, streamlining communication with stakeholders.
When a new deal document is added in Google Docs, Zapier can trigger Canva to create a design summarizing the deal progress and key details. This provides the sales team with a visual representation of important deals, improving reporting and visibility during team meetings.
Learn how to automate Google Docs on the Zapier blog
Learn how to automate Canva on the Zapier blog
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Google Docs is an online word processor that lets you create and format text documents. Collaboratively edit documents with other people in real time.
We also support Google Sheets!
Canva is a user-friendly online design platform that empowers individuals and businesses to create professional-quality graphics, presentations, posters, and other visual content with ease.
