Learn how to get form submission images on WhatsApp in real-time using Pabbly Connect and Paperform. Follow this detailed tutorial for seamless integration. Explore systematic approaches to creating efficient automation solutions that convert technical concepts into practical, implementable instructions.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for Integration

To get started with integrating Paperform and WhatsApp, you will first need to set up Pabbly Connect. This platform facilitates the automation process between different applications. Begin by navigating to the Pabbly Connect dashboard, which can be accessed by visiting Pabbly.com/c/connect.

Once on the dashboard, sign up for a new account or log in to your existing account. After logging in, click on ‘Create Workflow’ and name your workflow, for example, ‘Paperform to WhatsApp’. This will create a new automation workflow that you will configure in subsequent steps.

2. Configuring the Trigger in Pabbly Connect

In this section, we will set up the trigger to capture form submissions from Paperform using Pabbly Connect. In the trigger window, select the app as Paperform and choose the ‘New Form Submission’ event. This action will allow Pabbly Connect to listen for new submissions.

  • Select Paperform as your app in the trigger setup.
  • Choose ‘New Form Submission’ as the trigger event.
  • Copy the webhook URL provided by Pabbly Connect.

Next, go to your Paperform account, edit the form you want to connect, and navigate to the integrations section. Here, paste the webhook URL into the Webhooks field and click ‘Add Webhook’. This connects your Paperform submissions to Pabbly Connect, enabling real-time data transfer.

3. Testing Form Submissions Through Pabbly Connect

After setting up the trigger, it’s essential to test the integration to ensure everything is working correctly. Fill out the Paperform with dummy data, including an image upload, and submit the form. This submission will trigger the webhook you set up earlier.

Once you submit the form, return to Pabbly Connect to check if the response data has been captured. You should see the participant’s details, including their name, email, and the URL of the uploaded image. This confirms that Pabbly Connect is successfully receiving data from Paperform.

  • Check the response data in Pabbly Connect.
  • Ensure all fields are populated correctly.

Verifying that the data is received accurately is crucial for the next steps where you will send this information to WhatsApp.

4. Sending Form Submission Data to WhatsApp Cloud API

Now that we have confirmed the data is being received in Pabbly Connect, the next step is to send this data to the WhatsApp Cloud API. In the action window, select WhatsApp Cloud API as your app and choose ‘Send Template Message’ as the action event.

To connect your WhatsApp account, you will need to provide your WhatsApp Cloud API credentials, including the token, phone number ID, and business account ID. These details can be found in your WhatsApp Cloud API dashboard. Enter these credentials in Pabbly Connect to establish the connection.

Input your WhatsApp Cloud API token, phone number ID, and business account ID. Select the message template you wish to use for sending notifications.

After setting up the connection, map the necessary fields such as the header image URL and body fields to include the participant’s name, email, and mobile number. Once everything is mapped, send a test request to check if the WhatsApp message is received.

5. Verifying WhatsApp Messages and Finalizing the Setup

After sending the test request, it’s time to verify if you received the WhatsApp message correctly. Check the WhatsApp account associated with the number you provided in the Pabbly Connect setup. You should see a message containing the uploaded image and participant details.

If the message appears as expected, congratulations! You have successfully set up an automation that allows you to receive form submission images on WhatsApp in real-time using Pabbly Connect and Paperform. This integration streamlines your workflow and saves you time by automatically notifying you of new submissions.

Ensure that all fields are correctly mapped in Pabbly Connect. Test the automation with different submissions to confirm reliability.

By following these steps, you can easily adapt this automation for various use cases beyond photography competitions, making it a versatile solution for your business needs.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to use Pabbly Connect to integrate Paperform with WhatsApp, allowing real-time notifications of form submissions. By following the steps outlined, you can automate your workflow efficiently and receive important data instantly.

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