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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Attachment" from Gmail.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Create Document (From Template)" in Paperless.
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Zapier seamlessly connects Gmail and Paperless, 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.
- Label or mailbox
- Search keywords
Try ItTriggerPolling- Label or mailboxRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- Label or mailbox
Try ItTriggerPolling- New Starred Email
Triggers when you receive a new email and star it within two days.
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- New Label
Triggers when you add a new label.
Try ItTriggerPolling - Label or mailboxRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- Search keywordsRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- Label/Mailbox
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gmail + Paperless integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Gmail and Paperless
What is required to integrate Gmail with Paperless?
To integrate Gmail with Paperless, you'll need an active Gmail account and access to your Paperless environment. Once you're set up, you can create a Zap that triggers actions in Paperless when specific events happen in Gmail, such as receiving a new email.
How do I set up a Zap for Gmail and Paperless integration?
You'll create a Zap by choosing Gmail as the trigger app and selecting an event like 'New Email'. Then, choose the action that should occur in Paperless, such as 'Upload Document'. Our platform will guide you through the authentication process for both apps.
Can I customize which emails trigger actions in Paperless?
Yes, you can customize triggers by setting specific conditions. For example, you can set it so only emails from certain addresses or those that include specified keywords activate actions in Paperless, like uploading or tagging documents.
What actions can be triggered in Paperless from Gmail?
When integrating with Gmail, you can trigger various actions in Paperless including uploading documents, archiving them, or even tagging items based on the email content or sender information.
Do automated tasks between Gmail and Paperless happen instantly?
While most tasks are processed quickly once triggered from events like receiving an email in Gmail, there may be slight delays depending on the number of Zaps running or current system load.
Is it possible to use attachments from Gmail in Paperless automatically?
Absolutely. You can set up a trigger where any attachments received via specified emails get automatically uploaded to your designated folders in Paperless without manual intervention.
Are there limits to how many emails I can process with this integration?
There are limits based on your service plan. Each plan comes with a different allocation of tasks per month. Exceeding this may require upgrading your plan to handle more email processes and actions between Gmail and Paperless.
