How to Enable Webhook Option in Google Sheets Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to enable the webhook option in Google Sheets using Pabbly Connect. Step-by-step guide to automate your workflows effectively. Explore systematic approaches to creating efficient automation solutions that convert technical concepts into practical, implementable instructions.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Google Sheets Integration

To enable the webhook option in Google Sheets, the first step is to access Pabbly Connect. Start by navigating to the Pabbly Connect website and signing up for a free account or logging in if you already have one.

Once logged in, you will be directed to the dashboard. Here, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button, and name your workflow (e.g., ‘Google Sheets to WhatsApp’). This step is crucial as it sets the foundation for the automation process.

2. Setting Up the Trigger in Pabbly Connect

With your workflow created, the next step involves setting up the trigger. In the trigger window, search for the app ‘Google Sheets’ and select it. Choose the trigger event as ‘New or Updated Spreadsheet Row’. using Pabbly Connect

• Select ‘Google Sheets’ as the app.
• Choose the trigger event: New or Updated Spreadsheet Row.
• Copy the webhook URL generated by Pabbly Connect.

Next, this webhook URL will be used to connect Google Sheets with Pabbly Connect. Make sure to keep this URL handy as you will need it in the next steps.

3. Adding the Webhook URL to Google Sheets

Now it’s time to add the webhook URL to your Google Sheets. Open your Google Sheets document and navigate to the ‘Extensions’ menu. Click on ‘Add-ons’ and then select ‘Get add-ons’. using Pabbly Connect

In the Google Workspace Marketplace, search for ‘Pabbly Connect Webhooks’ and install the add-on. After installation, refresh your Google Sheets to ensure the add-on appears in the Extensions menu. This step is vital for proper integration.

4. Configuring the Pabbly Connect Webhook Add-on

After refreshing, go back to the ‘Extensions’ menu, select ‘Pabbly Connect Webhooks’, and click on ‘Initial Setup’. A dialog box will appear asking for three details: Selected Sheet, Webhook URL, and Trigger Column. using Pabbly Connect

• Select the sheet you are working on.
• Paste the webhook URL you copied from Pabbly Connect.
• Specify the Trigger Column (the last column with data).

Once these details are filled in, click on ‘Send Test’ to ensure that the connection is functioning correctly. This step allows you to verify that the webhook is correctly set up and ready to send data.

5. Automating Messages with Pabbly Connect and WhatsApp

After configuring the webhook, the next step is to set up the action that will trigger a WhatsApp message. In the action window of Pabbly Connect, search for ‘WhatsApp Cloud API’ and select it. Choose the action event as ‘Send Template Message’. using Pabbly Connect

Connect your WhatsApp Cloud API account to Pabbly Connect by entering the required details such as the phone number ID and token. Ensure that you have created a WhatsApp message template approved by Facebook for this process to work.

Finally, map the necessary fields for the message, including the recipient’s mobile number and any dynamic text placeholders from your Google Sheets data. Once everything is set up, click ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to verify that the WhatsApp message is sent as expected.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to enable the webhook option in Google Sheets using Pabbly Connect. By following the steps outlined, you can automate sending messages via WhatsApp whenever new data is added to your Google Sheets. This integration streamlines your workflow, making it efficient and effective.