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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Create Company Update" in LinkedIn.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Docs + LinkedIn integrations

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

How does the integration between Google Docs and LinkedIn work?

With our Google Docs and LinkedIn integration, you can automate the process of sharing documents or content updates. For example, a trigger such as a new document being created in a specified folder in Google Docs can automatically post on LinkedIn.

What actions can be automated with the integration between Google Docs and LinkedIn?

You can set up actions such as automatically sharing a document link on your LinkedIn profile when it's published in Google Docs or posting updates to LinkedIn whenever a document is updated.

Are there specific triggers available for integrating Google Docs with LinkedIn?

Yes, certain triggers include when a new document is created or an existing one is updated in your Google Docs. These triggers can initiate actions like posting content on your LinkedIn profile or company page.

Can I choose which documents from Google Docs are posted to LinkedIn?

Absolutely. You have the flexibility to set conditions that determine which documents trigger posts on LinkedIn. For instance, only documents labeled with a specific tag or stored in a particular folder could be set as triggers.

Is it possible to schedule when posts from Google Docs appear on LinkedIn?

While the direct scheduling might require combining additional tools or apps, you can automate posts based on certain conditions met within Google Docs. For scheduled timing, integrating with calendar tools along our automation might help achieve desired results.

What should I do if my automated posts from Google Docs aren't appearing on LinkedIn?

First, check if the necessary permissions are granted for both apps and that active connections are established. Ensure that triggers are correctly configured within our platform to match your desired conditions.

Does this integration allow posting to both personal and company pages on LinkedIn?

Yes, you can configure the integration to post either on personal profiles or company pages by setting appropriate preferences in your account during setup.

Practical ways you can use Google Docs and LinkedIn

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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.

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  • Google Docs triggers, actions, and search
    New Document

    Triggers when a new document is added (inside any folder).

    Trigger
    Polling
    Try It
    • Drive
    • Folder
    • Document Name
      Required
    • Text to Append
      Required
    • Append Text on New Line?
    Action
    Write
    • Document Name
      Required
    • New Document Name
      Required
    • Drive
    • Folder
    Action
    Write
    • Stop on error
      Required
    • HTTP Method
      Required
    • URL
      Required
    • Query string parameters
    • Additional request headers
    • Body
    Action
    Write
    • Drive
    • Folder
    Trigger
    Polling
    Try It
    • Drive containing the template document
    • Template_folder
    • Document Name
      Required
    • New Document Name
      Required
    • Drive
    • Folder
    • Sharing Preference
    • Unused Fields Preference
    • Export Formats
    • Insert Inline Image (Image URL)
    • Image location (Segment ID)
    • Image location (Index)
    • Image location (tabId)
    Action
    Write
    • New Document Name
      Required
    • Document Name
      Required
    • Drive
    • Folder
    • Export Formats
    • Insert Inline Image (Image URL)
    • Image location (Segment ID)
    • Image location (Index)
    • Image location (tabId)
    Action
    Write
    • Drive
    • Folder
    • New Document Name
      Required
    Action
    Search

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