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GitHub
GitHub
1. Choose trigger event
Smartsheet
Smartsheet
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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GitHub
Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Branch" from GitHub.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Create Workspace" in Smartsheet.
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Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Choose a Sheet
Required
Add Row to Top or Bottom
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Choose Source Sheet
Required
Choose a Destination Sheet
Required
Choose Row
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Sheet
Required
Column
Required
Parent Row
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Destination
Required
Sheet to Copy
Required
Copy Cells?
Required
Copy Attachments?
Required
Copy Discussions?
Required
Sheet Name
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Choose a Sheet
Required
Row ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Choose a Sheet
Required
Email Address(es)
Required
Format
Required
Email Subject
Message
CC Me?
Paper Size
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Choose a Workspace
Required
Email Address(es) to Share To
Required
Access Level
Required
Notify via Email?
Required
Email Subject
Message
CC Me?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Find sheet Row (Legacy)
Find a row in a specified sheet using a query.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Sheet ID
Required
Query
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
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Add Labels to Issue
Create Workspace
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Practical ways you can use GitHub and Smartsheet
Compile GitHub pull request updates in Smartsheet
When a new pull request is created in GitHub, Zapier will automatically populate Smartsheet with the pull request details. Business owners can use this to keep up-to-date with project changes and track team contributions without needing to dive directly into GitHub.
When a new issue is created in GitHub, Zapier will automatically add its details to Smartsheet, helping engineering teams track and manage software tasks across development sprints and improving visibility into open issues.
When a new release is added in a GitHub repository, Zapier can automatically log the release details in Smartsheet. IT teams can leverage this workflow to manage and monitor software updates, ensuring that release tracking is centralized for deployment schedules.
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Frequently Asked Questions about GitHub + Smartsheet integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with GitHub and Smartsheet
How can I integrate GitHub with Smartsheet using your platform?
You can integrate GitHub with Smartsheet through our platform by setting up a Zap that connects triggers and actions between the two applications. For instance, a trigger could be a new issue created on GitHub, and the corresponding action could be to create a new row in Smartsheet with the issue details.
What are some common triggers for integrating GitHub and Smartsheet?
Common triggers include events such as when a new issue is created in GitHub, when a pull request is opened or merged, or when a repository is starred. These actions can then prompt tasks to be performed in Smartsheet.
Can I automatically update a Smartsheet when changes are made to my GitHub repository?
Yes, you can set up integrations that listen to repository changes like commits or pull requests in GitHub and automatically update specific rows or cells in your Smartsheet accordingly.
Is it possible to create tasks in Smartsheet from GitHub issues?
Absolutely. By using our integration setup, you can configure actions where creating an issue in GitHub will result in generating tasks or entries on a specific sheet within your Smartsheet.
How do I handle data from merged pull requests using this integration?
Our integration allows actions based on pull requests being merged. You can automate the updating or archiving of information within your Smartsheet based on changes from merged pull requests.
Are there any limitations on data fields we can sync between GitHub and Smartsheet?
While most fields like issue titles, descriptions, and labels from GitHub sync seamlessly with rows and columns in Smartsheet, complex datasets might need custom mapping during setup. Our functionality provides great flexibility for most standard use cases.
Do I need technical expertise to connect these two platforms through your service?
No extensive technical expertise is required. Our intuitive setup process guides you through connecting triggers from GitHub with corresponding actions in Smartsheet without needing coding skills.
About GitHub
GitHub is the perfect place to share code and work collaboratively on private and open source software.
Smartsheet is a leading cloud-based platform for work execution, enabling teams and organizations to plan, capture, manage, automate, and report on work at scale, resulting in more efficient processes and better business outcomes.