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Automate It with Zapier

By : Kelly Goss
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Automate It with Zapier

By: Kelly Goss

Overview of this book

Zapier is an emerging no-code workflow automation technology that enables organizations to connect their cloud-based and web applications and automate data transfer between them. Zapier's built-in features and flexibility allow users to integrate thousands of business applications and create simple to complex automation to reduce time spent on repetitive tasks, thereby increasing productivity. This book is a must-have for business owners, their employees, and independent freelancers and contractors looking to use Zapier for business process automation. The book takes a hands-on approach to implementation and associated problem-solving methodologies that will have you up-and-running and productive in no time while leveling up your automation skills. You'll discover how to plan your automation building for optimal results, what are the native features available in Zapier, and the applications that connect with it, as well as how to optimally configure your workflows to automate your processes in as few steps as possible. Finally, you'll find out how to create advanced workflow automation from scratch and learn how to troubleshoot issues. By the end of this Zapier book, you'll be able to build your own advanced workflow automation using Zapier, addressing the key pain points encountered in businesses with manual and repetitive tasks.
Table of Contents (29 chapters)
1
Section 1: Getting Started with Zapier
7
Section 2: Customizing Your Zaps with Built-in Apps by Zapier – Functionality and Practical Uses
15
Section 3: Using the Features of the Formatter by Zapier Built-In App
21
Section 4: Getting the Most Out of Zapier – Business Automation Examples

Managing your Zaps

The central panel shows a list of your Zaps, from either a folder you have selected or the results of using the search bar. The view defaults to the Home folder when you first navigate to the Zap management area. You can manage your Zaps from the central panel, and this displays the folder title as a header, a top navigation bar, and a list of your Zaps.

Each Zap is presented in a clearly defined box, and clicking on this box will take you directly into the Zap editor where you can edit that specific Zap. You will also find a checkbox on the left-hand side of each Zap box. You can use the checkbox to select one or more Zaps to manage using the options in the top navigation bar. Individual Zaps can be managed by doing the following:

  • Using the top navigation bar
  • Using the options within specific Zap boxes
  • Utilizing the Zap Settings tab from within the Zap editor

We will review each of these in turn.

Managing your Zaps using the top navigation...