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Zapier makes it easy to integrate Google Calendar with Motion - no code necessary. See how you can get setup in minutes.
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Calendar" from Google Calendar.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Create Project" in Motion.
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Zapier seamlessly connects Google Calendar and Motion, automating your workflow.
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 Calendar
Triggers when a calendar is created.
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- Expand Recurring Events
Try ItTriggerInstant- CalendarRequired
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- CalendarRequired
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- Time Before
- Time Before (Unit)
- Search_term
Try ItTriggerPolling- CalendarRequired
Try ItTriggerInstant- CalendarRequired
- EventRequired
- Attendee/sRequired
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Practical ways you can use Google Calendar and Motion
Sync prioritized tasks with Google Calendar.
When a task is prioritized in Motion, Zapier can automatically create an event in Google Calendar. This saves business owners time and ensures that the most critical tasks are consistently scheduled directly into their calendar, minimizing the chances of oversight.
Business Owner
Add work sessions to Motion.
When a new event is created in Google Calendar with a particular label (e.g., work block), Zapier can add it as a task in Motion. Engineers can better allocate their time and maintain productive work schedules by keeping tasks organized across platforms.
EngineeringLog completed meetings as tasks in Motion.
When a specified event ends in Google Calendar, Zapier can log it as a completed task in Motion. This workflow helps project managers maintain an accurate record of accomplished meetings or discussions, simplifying tracking and reporting for team productivity.
Project ManagementLearn how to automate Google Calendar on the Zapier blog
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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Calendar + Motion integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Google Calendar and Motion
How do I integrate Google Calendar with Motion using your platform?
You can integrate Google Calendar with Motion by setting up a connection in our platform. First, navigate to the integration settings and select both Google Calendar and Motion. Follow the prompts to authenticate your accounts and set up your desired triggers and actions for seamless synchronization.
What kind of triggers can I use with the Google Calendar and Motion integration?
When integrating Google Calendar with Motion, you can use triggers such as when a new event is created, an event is updated, or an event starts. These triggers can initiate various actions in Motion like updating tasks or sending notifications based on your specified criteria.
Can I sync events from multiple Google Calendars to Motion?
Yes, our integration allows you to sync events from multiple Google Calendars into Motion. Simply configure each calendar within the integration settings to specify how each should interact with Motion, setting unique triggers and actions as needed.
Are there any limitations on updating events between Google Calendar and Motion?
Currently, updates made in Google Calendar are reflected in Motion through real-time sync for most attributes like title changes or time adjustments. However, some advanced settings or customizations may require manual adjustments within Motion until supported by our platform.
How does the two-way sync work between Google Calendar and Motion?
Two-way sync means any changes made in either Google Calendar or in Motion will automatically be updated on both platforms. This ensures consistency across your scheduling tools; for example, if you change an event time in one platform, it gets reflected seamlessly on the other.
What actions can be automated between Google Calendar and Motion?
Through our integration, actions like creating tasks or reminders based on calendar events can be automated. For instance, when a new meeting is scheduled in your calendar, a corresponding task could be automatically created in Motion along with relevant reminders set.
Do I need any technical knowledge to set up the integration between Google Calendar and Motion?
No technical knowledge is required—our setup process is designed to be user-friendly. Simply follow guided steps within our interface to link accounts and define which triggers should produce specific actions.
