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2. Choose action
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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Attachment" from Gmail.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Items to Existing Sales Invoice" in Xero.
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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.
Organization
Required
Item Code
Required
Name
Required
Description
Is Sold
Required
Sales Unit Price
Sales Account
Sales Tax Type
Is Purchased
Required
Purchase Description
Purchase Unit Price
Purchase Account
Purchase Tax Type
Is Tracked
Required
Inventory Asset Account
Cost of Goods Sold Account
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Transaction_type
Required
Contact
Required
Bank Account
Required
Date
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact Name
Required
Account_number
Sales Default Account Code
Purchases Default Account Code
Contact Requirements
Primary Person - First Name
Primary Person - Last Name
Primary Person - Email
Secondary Person - First Name
Secondary Person - Last Name
Secondary Person - Email
Include secondary person in emails sent to contact?
Phone - Country Code
Phone - Area Code
Phone Number
Fax - Country Code
Fax - Area Code
Fax - Number
Mobile - Country Code
Mobile - Area Code
Mobile - Number
Direct Dial - Country Code
Direct Dial - Area Code
Direct Dial - Number
Address__type_of
Address - Attention
Address - Line 1
Address - Line 2
Address - City/Town
Address - State/Region
Address - Postal/Zip Code
Address - Country
Tax_number
Bank Account Number
Groups
Contact_number
Company_number
Payment Terms - Invoice Due (days)
Payment Terms - Type for Sales Invoices
Payment Terms - Bill Due (days)
Payment Terms - Type for Purchase Invoices
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact
Required
Date
Expiry
Quote Number
Reference
Theme
Title
Summary
Currency
Amounts Are
Terms
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Warning_message
Credit Note ID
Required
Allocation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Info
Organization
Required
First Name
Required
Middle Names
Last Name
Required
Date of Birth
Required
Title
Email
Required
Gender
Phone Number
Mobile Number
Twitter Username
Job Title
Classification
Termination Date
Termination Reason
Income Type
Employment Type
Status
CopyEmployment
Employment Basis
Start Date
Payroll Calendar
Employee Group Name
Is Authorised to Approve Leave
Is Authorised to Approve Timesheets
Super Fund
Employee Number
CopyTaxDeclaration
Tax File Number
TFN Exemption Type
Residency Status
Tax Scale Type
Tax Offset Estimated Amount
Upward Variation Tax Withholding Amount
Approved Withholding Variation Percentage
CopyBankAccount
Statement Text
Account Name
BSB Number
Account Number
Remainder
CopyAddress
Address Line 1
Address Line 2
City/Suburb
State/Region
Postal Code
Country
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact_name
Required
Email_address
Status
Date
Due_date
Currency
Url
Attachment
Branding_theme
Reference
Line_items_type
Item Code
Description
Quantity
Required
Unit Price
Account
Tax Rate
Tracking
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Document Type
Document ID or Number
Required
Paid To
Required
Date
Currency_rate
Amount
Required
Reference
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact (supplier)
Required
Date
Delivery_date
Order Number
Reference
Theme
Currency
Tax_type
Delivery_address
Attention
Telephone
Delivery_instructions
Attachments
Purchase Order Status
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Info
Organization
Required
Employee
Required
First Name
Required
Middle Names
Last Name
Required
Date of Birth
Required
Title
Email
Required
Gender
Phone Number
Mobile Number
Twitter Username
Job Title
Classification
Termination Date
Termination Reason
Income Type
Employment Type
Status
CopyEmployment
Employment Basis
Start Date
Payroll Calendar
Employee Group Name
Is Authorised to Approve Leave
Is Authorised to Approve Timesheets
Super Fund
Employee Number
CopyTaxDeclaration
Tax File Number
TFN Exemption Type
Residency Status
Tax Scale Type
Tax Offset Estimated Amount
Upward Variation Tax Withholding Amount
Approved Withholding Variation Percentage
CopyBankAccount
Statement Text
Account Name
BSB Number
Account Number
Remainder
CopyAddress
Address Line 1
Address Line 2
City/Suburb
State/Region
Postal Code
Country
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Quote ID
Required
Quote Number
Status
Contact
Required
Date
Expiry
Reference
Theme
Title
Summary
Currency
Amounts Are
Terms
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Resource type
Required
File
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Email
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search By
Required
Order ID or Number
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Invoice ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Contact Name
Required
Account_number
Sales Default Account Code
Purchases Default Account Code
Contact Requirements
Primary Person - First Name
Primary Person - Last Name
Primary Person - Email
Secondary Person - First Name
Secondary Person - Last Name
Secondary Person - Email
Include secondary person in emails sent to contact?
Phone - Country Code
Phone - Area Code
Phone Number
Fax - Country Code
Fax - Area Code
Fax - Number
Mobile - Country Code
Mobile - Area Code
Mobile - Number
Direct Dial - Country Code
Direct Dial - Area Code
Direct Dial - Number
Address__type_of
Address - Attention
Address - Line 1
Address - Line 2
Address - City/Town
Address - State/Region
Address - Postal/Zip Code
Address - Country
Tax_number
Bank Account Number
Groups
Contact_number
Company_number
Payment Terms - Invoice Due (days)
Payment Terms - Type for Sales Invoices
Payment Terms - Bill Due (days)
Payment Terms - Type for Purchase Invoices
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search or write
Find existing data in your app, or create a new record if no data is found
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Practical ways you can use Gmail and Xero
Log email attachments in Xero
As a business owner, staying organized is key. When you receive an email with an important attachment in your Gmail inbox, Zapier automatically uploads that attachment to Xero as a draft expense claim receipt, saving you time and ensuring your expense records are instantly updated.
IT teams often need to stay ahead of system errors. When an error is detected in Xero, Zapier sends a Gmail notification summarizing the issue, helping IT teams respond quickly and reduce downtime.
For marketers, segmentation and tracking are crucial. When a new email with specified keywords arrives in Gmail indicating a lead, Zapier creates a contact in Xero. This ensures your CRM and billing systems remain synced, simplifying lead follow-ups and future conversions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gmail + Xero integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Gmail and Xero
How does the Gmail and Xero integration work?
Our integration allows users to automate workflows between Gmail and Xero using triggers and actions. For instance, whenever you receive an email in Gmail, it can trigger actions in Xero like creating a new contact or generating an invoice.
What are some examples of triggers in the Gmail to Xero integration?
Some examples of triggers include receiving a new email, labeling an email, or when an email is marked important in Gmail. Each of these actions can start a workflow that performs tasks in Xero.
What kind of actions can be triggered in Xero from Gmail?
Common actions we can facilitate include creating new invoices, updating contacts, and adding expenses in Xero based on emails received in your Gmail account.
Can I set up automated responses to emails based on certain activities in Xero?
Yes, you can configure your system so that specific events in Xero trigger automatic replies or forwarding rules in Gmail. For instance, if a payment is received, you might want to send a confirmation email back.
Is it possible to attach invoices from Xero directly into my emails through this integration?
With our setup, any new invoice created in Xero can automatically be attached to a draft email or even directly sent out from your Gmail account.
How are errors handled when there's a problem with the integration?
If there’s an issue with the automation, such as incorrect data formatting or connectivity problems between Gmail and Xero, we provide notifications detailing what went wrong. You can also set up fallback steps if certain tasks fail.
Do I need coding skills to use the Gmail and Xero integration effectively?
No coding skills are required. Our platform offers a user-friendly interface where you can set up triggers and actions without needing to write any code.
About Gmail
One of the most popular email services, Gmail keeps track of all your emails with threaded conversations, tags, and Google-powered search to find any message you need.
Xero is an accounting app that lets you track businesses expenses and accounting with intuitive mobile apps and web interfaces for point-of-sale, ecommerce, time-tracking, and more.
