Integrate Todoist with Google Tasks Using Pabbly Connect: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to automate task creation in Google Tasks from new Todoist tasks using Pabbly Connect. Follow this detailed guide for seamless integration. Transform complex automation concepts into accessible, actionable steps that eliminate unnecessary manual work while maximizing existing application capabilities.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To create tasks in Google Tasks from new Todoist tasks, you need to access Pabbly Connect. Start by visiting the Pabbly Connect website at Pabbly.com/connect. Here, you will find options to sign in or sign up for a free account.

If you’re new to Pabbly Connect, click on ‘Sign Up’ to create an account. Existing users can simply sign in. Upon signing up, you will receive 100 free tasks to get started. Once logged in, you will be directed to the Pabbly Connect dashboard where you can create your workflow.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After accessing the dashboard, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. This will prompt you to name your workflow. For instance, you can name it ‘Create Google Task from New Todoist Task’. This title reflects the purpose of the workflow, which is to create Google Tasks automatically whenever a new task is added in Todoist. using Pabbly Connect

• Click on ‘Create’ to proceed.
• Select ‘Todoist’ as your trigger application.
• Choose the trigger event as ‘New Task’.

Once you’ve selected your trigger, Pabbly Connect will generate a webhook URL. This URL will be used to connect Todoist with Pabbly Connect, allowing it to listen for new tasks.

3. Configuring the Todoist App in Pabbly Connect

Next, you need to configure your Todoist account to connect with Pabbly Connect. Log into your Todoist account and navigate to the App Management console. Here, click on ‘Create a New App’ and give it a name, such as ‘New App 123’.

After creating the app, you will need to generate a test token. Click on the ‘Create Test Token’ button to obtain your access token. This token will be used in the webhook setup. Paste the webhook URL you received from Pabbly Connect into the appropriate field and select ‘Item Added’ as the watched event.

4. Testing the Integration with Pabbly Connect

After configuring Todoist, it’s time to test the integration. Go back to Pabbly Connect and perform a test submission to ensure the data is captured correctly. To do this, create a new task in Todoist, for example, a task named ‘Team Meeting’ with a due date and priority.

Once the task is added, return to Pabbly Connect to verify if the API response has been received. You should see details such as the initiator’s name, email, and task specifics. This confirms that Pabbly Connect has successfully captured the new task from Todoist.

5. Creating a Task in Google Tasks

Now that the integration is tested, the next step is to create the task in Google Tasks. In Pabbly Connect, select ‘Google Tasks’ as your action application. Choose the action event as ‘Create Task’ and connect your Google account by signing in. using Pabbly Connect

Map the information from the Todoist task to the fields in Google Tasks. For instance, set the task title to ‘Let Me Take You Down Team Meeting’ and add the description and due date accordingly. To format the due date correctly, use Pabbly Connect’s Date Time Formatter feature to ensure compatibility with Google Tasks.

Once everything is set, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’. You should see the task appear in your Google Tasks list, confirming that the integration works seamlessly.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to automate the process of creating tasks in Google Tasks from new tasks in Todoist using Pabbly Connect. By following these steps, you can streamline your task management and ensure that all your tasks are synchronized across platforms effortlessly.