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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Document" from Google Docs.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Attachment to Issue" in Jira Software Cloud.
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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.
- New Document
Triggers when a new document is added (inside any folder).
Try ItTriggerPolling - Drive
- Folder
- Document NameRequired
- Text to AppendRequired
- Append Text on New Line?
ActionWrite- FileRequired
- Specify Document Name
- Drive
- Folder
ActionWrite- Document NameRequired
- Document ContentRequired
- Drive
- Folder
- Export Formats
- Insert Inline Image (Image URL)
- Image location (Segment ID)
- Image location (Index)
- Image location (tabId)
ActionWrite
- Drive
- Folder
Try ItTriggerPolling- Drive containing the template document
- Folder containing the template document
- Template DocumentRequired
- New Document NameRequired
- Drive
- Folder for new Document
- Sharing Preference
- Unused Fields Preference
- Export Formats
- Insert Inline Image (Image URL)
- Image location (Segment ID)
- Image location (Index)
- Image location (tabId)
ActionWrite- DocumentRequired
- Find textRequired
- Replace text
- Match case
ActionWrite- Stop on errorRequired
- HTTP MethodRequired
- URLRequired
- Query string parameters
- Additional request headers
- Body
ActionWrite
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Practical ways you can use Google Docs and Jira Software Cloud
Create Jira issues for new technical documentation
Easily bridge your documentation and tracking system. When a Google Doc is added to a technical documents folder, Zapier can create a Jira issue for tracking purposes. This lets engineering teams streamline their workflows and ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
Engineering
Log Google Docs updates in Jira
Ensure key documentation activity is tracked. When a new Google Doc is added, Zapier can log this action as a Jira comment in a specific issue. This keeps document-related information consolidated and easily accessible for IT teams.
IT
Track Google Docs changes in Jira tickets
Stay informed as documents evolve. When a new Google Doc is added to a specific folder, Zapier can automatically create a new Jira issue. This workflow makes aligning tasks and updates easier and ensures that no crucial information from the Doc is missed.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Docs + Jira Software Cloud 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 Jira Software Cloud
Is it possible to create a Jira issue from a Google Docs trigger?
Yes, you can set up an automation where changes in a specific Google Docs document trigger the creation of a new issue in Jira Software Cloud. You'll need to establish the right conditions, such as modifications to certain text or comments, to ensure the integration functions smoothly.
Can we update a Google Docs document based on changes in Jira?
Absolutely, it's possible to configure an integration that updates specific sections of a Google Docs document when certain fields within a Jira issue change. This ensures that your documentation stays current with project developments.
How do you track status updates from Jira in Google Docs?
By setting triggers on specific status changes within Jira issues, you can automate updates in your Google Docs. For example, moving an issue from 'In Progress' to 'Done' can append information or strike through tasks on your shared document.
Is it feasible to attach documents from Google Docs to Jira issues automatically?
Yes, users can automate attachments of specific Google Docs files directly into related Jira issues by monitoring for certain triggers, like file finalization or approval notes being added.
What happens if a linked Google Doc is deleted or moved?
If the linked Google Doc is deleted or moved within Drive, you'll need to update the link reference manually in Jira. Our automation won't revert any lost paths but will notify you of link errors detected during routine checks.
How do we synchronize comments between Google Docs and Jira Software Cloud?
Comments can be synchronized by setting up triggers that either pull remarks from docs as comments into relevant Jira issues or push updates back into the document. This way both platforms keep everyone informed simultaneously.
Can edits made in shared documents reflect automatically as task updates in Jira?
Certainly! You can push edits made in specific sections of a shared document directly into task descriptions or comments within related Jira issues by establishing precise triggers and actions between platforms.
