Auto Sync Form Entries with Airtable

Learn how to automatically sync form entries with Airtable using Pabbly Connect. Step-by-step tutorial on integrating Google, Airtable, and Typeform. Eliminate manual repetitive tasks from your workflow. Discover proven automation methods with intuitive steps designed for efficiency-minded professionals.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To begin syncing form entries with Airtable, access Pabbly Connect by visiting the Pabbly Connect website. Existing users can log in directly, while new users should sign up for a free account to explore the features.

After logging in, you will be directed to the workflow builder. This is where you will set up the automation process between Typeform and Airtable using Pabbly Connect. You can utilize 100 free tasks monthly to test the integration.

2. Setting Up the Trigger with Typeform

In this step, you will set up the trigger in Pabbly Connect. Click on the ‘Add Trigger’ button and search for Typeform. Select it as your trigger application.

• Choose the event as ‘New Entry’.
• If you have an existing connection, select it; otherwise, create a new connection.
• Authorize Pabbly Connect to access your Typeform account.

Make sure to select the form for which you want to create this automation and set the response format to ‘Advanced’. Click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to capture the response from Typeform.

3. Filling the Form for Test Data

To test the integration, fill in the Typeform you connected. This step is crucial as it generates the test data that will be sent to Airtable via Pabbly Connect.

For the test entry, provide sample data such as:

• First Name: Smart
• Last Name: User
• Current Role: Marketing Professional

After submitting the form, return to Pabbly Connect to confirm that the response has been captured successfully, indicating that the trigger is functioning correctly.

4. Configuring the Action to Create Records in Airtable

Next, you need to set up the action step in Pabbly Connect. Click on ‘Add New Action Step’ and search for Airtable. Select it as your action application.

Choose ‘Create Record’ as the event and connect your Airtable account. If you haven’t created a connection yet, follow the prompts to authorize Pabbly Connect to access your Airtable account.

Select the base for which you want to create records. Map the fields from Typeform to the corresponding fields in Airtable. Enable type casting if necessary and hit ‘Save and Send Test Request’.

After confirming that the record has been created successfully, you can check your Airtable to see the newly added entry.

5. Testing the Complete Integration

Now that you have set up the trigger and action, it’s time to test the complete integration using Pabbly Connect. Fill out the Typeform again with new data.

Once you submit the form, check your Airtable. You should see the new entry populated in real-time, confirming that the automation is working flawlessly.

First Name: New Last Name: User Current Role: Student

This step ensures that every time a new entry is submitted via Typeform, it is automatically synced with Airtable, thanks to Pabbly Connect.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to automatically sync form entries with Airtable using Pabbly Connect. By following the steps outlined, you can create seamless integrations between Typeform and Airtable, enhancing your data management process.

Utilizing Pabbly Connect not only simplifies your workflow but also ensures that your data is always up-to-date. Start automating your tasks today!