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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Attendee(s) to Event" in Google Calendar.

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Practical ways you can use Microsoft Excel and Google Calendar

Sync meeting schedules with Excel sheets

Zapier automatically creates a new row in a specified Excel spreadsheet whenever a new event is added to a designated Google Calendar. This ensures all meeting schedules are documented in the spreadsheet for easier tracking and organization.

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Track system updates via Excel and calendar events

Zapier links system update logs maintained in Excel with Google Calendar, creating new calendar events whenever a new update log is entered. This ensures IT teams have visibility into update schedules and can track changes more efficiently.

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Log new project milestones to Google Calendar

When a new row is added to a spreadsheet for a project milestone in Microsoft Excel, Zapier can create a new event in Google Calendar. This keeps the project schedule up-to-date across team calendars.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Microsoft Excel + Google Calendar integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Microsoft Excel and Google Calendar

How can I automatically create Google Calendar events from new Excel rows?

You can set up an integration where new rows in your Excel spreadsheet act as triggers to automatically create a Google Calendar event. This requires selecting a trigger action for 'New Row' and then setting up an 'Create Event' action in Google Calendar, where you map the column data from Excel to the event fields in Google Calendar.

Can I update Google Calendar events from changes made in an Excel sheet?

Yes, it’s possible to use a trigger that activates whenever a row is updated within your Excel sheet. This can be followed by an action designed to update existing events on your Google Calendar, ensuring all changes are synchronized.

Is it possible to delete Google Calendar events when a row is removed from Excel?

Currently, the integration does not directly support trigger actions upon deletion of Excel rows to automate the deletion of corresponding events in Google Calendar. However, using workarounds or additional automation steps might help achieve this functionality.

What are the prerequisites for integrating Microsoft Excel with Google Calendar?

Before setting up the integration, ensure you have access rights and permissions to both your Microsoft Excel account and your Google Calendar. Often, you'll need API access or third-party applications that facilitate such integrations.

How often does the synchronization occur between Microsoft Excel and Google Calendar?

The synchronization frequency depends on how you set up your triggers. Typically, triggers like 'New Row' or 'Updated Row' will prompt immediate actions in real time or near real-time basis depending on system capabilities and load.

Are there limits on how many calendar events can be created from an Excel spreadsheet?

The limits are typically defined by Google's API restrictions as well as any applicable constraints within Microsoft’s system. It's crucial to familiarize yourself with these limits upon setup to avoid disruptions.

Can I customize which columns in Excel correspond to fields in my Google Calendar event?

Absolutely! When establishing the automation workflow, you have control over mapping specific columns from your Excel file directly into chosen fields within a new or updated event in your Google Calendar. This ensures maximum flexibility and customization.

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About Microsoft Excel
Microsoft's Excel is a spreadsheet application used by millions of users across the world. It is part of the Office ecosystem and is considered the industry standard for spreadsheets. Only files on OneDrive for Business (available with Office 365 and Sharepoint server) are supported at this time with Zapier.
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Google Calendar lets you organize your schedule and share events with co-workers and friends. With Google's free online calendar, it's easy to keep track of your daily schedule.
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