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Zapier makes it easy to integrate Google Sheets with OCR Web Service - 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 Spreadsheet Row (Team Drive)" from Google Sheets.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Convert Image File" in OCR Web Service.
You’re connected!
Zapier seamlessly connects Google Sheets and OCR Web Service, 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.
- Drive
- SpreadsheetRequired
- WorksheetRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- Drive
Try ItTriggerPolling- No_team_drive
- SpreadsheetRequired
- WorksheetRequired
- Trigger column
Try ItTriggerInstant- Drive
- SpreadsheetRequired
- WorksheetRequired
- Column_nameRequired
- Index
ActionWrite
- No_team_drive
- SpreadsheetRequired
- WorksheetRequired
Try ItTriggerInstant- Drive
- SpreadsheetRequired
- WorksheetRequired
- Trigger column
Try ItTriggerPolling- Drive
- SpreadsheetRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- Drive
- SpreadsheetRequired
- WorksheetRequired
- Use Timezone set up on the spreadsheet to format date values?
ActionWrite
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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Sheets + OCR Web Service integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Google Sheets and OCR Web Service
How do I set up an integration between Google Sheets and OCR Web Service?
To set up an integration between Google Sheets and the OCR Web Service, you'll first need access to both applications. In our platform, you can start by choosing Google Sheets as your trigger app where an event, such as 'New Spreadsheet Row', will initiate the process. Then select OCR Web Service as your action app to perform tasks like 'Extract Text' once new data is available in Google Sheets.
What triggers can I use with Google Sheets for this integration?
For integrating with OCR Web Service, you can use triggers like 'New Spreadsheet Row' or 'Updated Spreadsheet Row' in Google Sheets. These triggers automatically send data for processing to the OCR Web Service when new information is added or existing data is updated.
Can I extract text from images in a specific format using this integration?
Yes, once connected, our platform allows you to extract text using OCR Web Service and specifies the format you'd like. Options often include plain text, CSV, or directly populating extracted data back into specified columns in your Google Sheet.
Is it possible to automate actions after text extraction from the image?
Indeed! After the OCR Web Service extracts text from an image, you can automate subsequent actions such as adding extracted information into a different application or updating another row in your Google Sheet based on pre-defined rules.
What file types are supported by OCR Web Service for text extraction?
OCR Web Service typically supports various file types including JPEG, PNG, PDF among others. You can upload these files via our integrated setup with Google Sheets for seamless text extraction tasks.
Are there any limitations on the number of rows processed at once during integration?
The processing capability might vary depending on your plan's limits; however, each trigger event processes one row at a time. For batch processing or handling a large dataset simultaneously, reviewing service limitations specific to this might help optimize usage efficiently.
How do I handle errors during the automation process between these services?
We implement error handling mechanisms where users are notified of any issues during automation tasks. This involves logs and alerts which facilitate troubleshooting if the connection between Google Sheets and OCR Web Services faces interruptions or fails during execution.
