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Cognito Forms
Cognito Forms
1. Choose trigger event
Google Calendar
Google Calendar
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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Cognito Forms
Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "Entry Deleted" from Cognito Forms.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Attendee(s) to Event" in Google Calendar.
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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.
Calendar
Required
Summary
Description
Location
Add Conferencing?
Start Date & Time
Required
End Date & Time
Required
Repeat Frequency
Repeat Until
Repeat How Many Times?
All day
Color
Attendees
Visibility
Use Default Reminders?
Reminders
Minutes Before Reminders
Show me as Free or Busy
Guests Can Modify Event
Event Type
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Source Calendar
Required
Event
Required
Destination Calendar
Required
Send Notifications
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Calendar
Required
Event
Required
Summary
Description
Location
Start Date & Time
End Date & Time
Repeat Frequency
Repeat Until
Repeat How Many Times?
All day
Color
Attendees
Notify Attendees?
Visibility
Use Default Reminders?
Reminders
Minutes Before Reminders
Show me as Free or Busy
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Calendar
Required
Event ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Calendar
Start Time
End Time
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Calendar
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
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Create Entry
Add Attendee(s) to Event
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cognito Forms + Google Calendar integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Cognito Forms and Google Calendar
How can I integrate Cognito Forms with Google Calendar?
By using our platform, you can create workflows that automatically sync data between Cognito Forms and Google Calendar. For example, you can schedule a trigger such as a new entry in Cognito Forms to create an event in your Google Calendar.
What types of triggers are supported for this integration?
We support various triggers like New Form Entry, Form Updated, and more from Cognito Forms. These triggers allow you to automate actions such as creating or updating calendar events in Google Calendar.
What actions can be performed on Google Calendar with this integration?
Through integration, you can perform actions like creating detailed events, updating existing events, or even deleting events from your Google Calendar when specific triggers occur in Cognito Forms.
Is it possible to update a calendar event if it's changed on Cognito Forms?
Yes, it is possible. Whenever an entry is updated on Cognito Forms, you can set up a workflow to update the corresponding event on your Google Calendar automatically.
Can I specify which calendar to add events to when integrating with Google Calendar?
Absolutely! When setting up the action to create or update an event in Google Calendar, you can select which specific calendar should receive these updates or new entries.
How often do updates sync between Cognito Forms and Google Calendar?
The updates between Cognito Forms and Google Calendar are near-instantaneous but may vary slightly based on the complexity of your workflow and current server load; you'll typically see changes reflected in moments.
Do I need any special technical skills to set up this integration?
No special technical skills are required. Our user-friendly platform offers a simple interface where you can set up workflows through drag-and-drop functionality without needing to code.
About Cognito Forms
Cognito Forms is an easy-to-use form builder that allows users to quickly build a form, include it on their website, and start capturing entries without having to do any development.
Google Calendar lets you organize your schedule and share events with co-workers and friends. With Google's free online calendar, it's easy to keep track of your daily schedule.
