How to Use the API Module Inside Pabbly Connect: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to use the API module inside Pabbly Connect to integrate various applications seamlessly. Follow this detailed tutorial for step-by-step instructions. Discover hidden automation capabilities within your existing tools. This guide shows you how to connect your essential applications and permanently eliminate redundant manual processes.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for API Integration

To start using the API module inside Pabbly Connect, first, log into your Pabbly Connect account. Once logged in, navigate to the dashboard where you can create a new workflow. This is where you will set up the integration between various applications using the API module.

In your workflow, select a trigger application first. For this example, we will use the Pabbly Form Builder as our trigger application. After selecting the trigger, you can scroll down to the action window to begin configuring the API module.

2. Configuring the API Module in Pabbly Connect

In the action window, search for the API module by Pabbly. Once selected, you will see options like action event, endpoint URL, and authentication type. The API module allows you to connect to various applications that are not directly integrated with Pabbly Connect.

• Choose the action event (GET, POST, etc.) based on the API documentation.
• Enter the endpoint URL for the API you want to connect.
• Select the authentication type required by the API.

After filling in these details, you can proceed to set parameters for your API call. This step is crucial for sending the correct data to the API endpoint.

3. Sending Data Using the API Module

Next, you need to set parameters in the API call. For instance, if you are using a postal service API, you would typically need to send a PIN code to get the address. In Pabbly Connect, you can add this variable in double curly braces in the endpoint URL.

• Map the PIN code variable to the corresponding label in the set parameters section.
• Click on the ‘Send Test Request’ button to check if the API call is successful.

Upon sending the test request, you will receive a response from the API, which you can then use in your workflow for further automation.

4. Using Custom JSON Body in API Requests

If your API requires a custom JSON body, you can select the ‘Custom Request’ action event in the API module. This allows you to enter the endpoint URL and specify the method for your API call. using Pabbly Connect

In the data section, you can enter the JSON body required by the API. For example, if you need to send a PIN code, you can structure your JSON body accordingly and map the values from the Pabbly Form Builder responses.

Make sure to follow the API documentation for the correct format of the JSON body and test the request to verify that you receive the expected response.

5. Sending Data to a Webhook URL

In addition to API calls, Pabbly Connect allows you to send data to a webhook URL using the POST action event. This is useful for sending data to external services.

Paste the webhook URL in the endpoint field. Configure authentication and headers as required. Map the required parameters from the Pabbly Form Builder responses.

After setting up the webhook, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to ensure that the data is sent successfully to the webhook URL. You will see the response confirming the data transmission.

Conclusion

This tutorial has guided you through the process of using the API module inside Pabbly Connect to integrate various applications effectively. You can now automate tasks by sending data through API calls and webhooks, enhancing your workflow automation capabilities.