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Communication Connector

Slack Integration

Post rich message cards and notify channels automatically when Google Forms or Sheets are updated.

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ACTIONS
2
TRIGGERS
3
AUTHENTICATION
1-Click OAuth 2.0
AVAILABILITY
Free Plan Included
SUPPORTED ACTIONS (2)

Everything Smart Workflows Can Do in Slack

Add any of these actions directly into your visual drag-and-drop workflow builder.

Action

Send Channel Message

Execute send channel message automatically in Slack when triggered from Google Workspace.

Smart Workflows Core Ready to use
Action

Send Direct Message

Execute send direct message automatically in Slack when triggered from Google Workspace.

Smart Workflows Core Ready to use
SUPPORTED TRIGGERS (3)

Start a Workflow the Second Something Happens in Slack

Initiate execution automatically upon event notification.

Trigger Event

New Google Form response

Instant Event Ready
Trigger Event

New spreadsheet row added

Instant Event Ready
Trigger Event

Sheet status cell updated to Urgent

Instant Event Ready
READY-TO-USE TEMPLATES

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Connect Google Forms & Google Sheets to Slack

Stop checking spreadsheets for updates. With Smart Workflows, get beautiful, structured Slack notifications the instant high-priority actions happen in Google Workspace.

Key Capabilities

  • Instant Channel Messages: Post rich adaptive cards to any public or private Slack channel automatically.
  • Direct Notifications: Send targeted direct messages to specific team members when a task requires action.
  • Dynamic Field Variables: Inject form answers, respondent emails, timestamps, and Google Drive links into Slack message templates.

Frequently Asked Questions about Slack

How do I authenticate Slack inside Smart Workflows?

Adding Slack takes under 30 seconds. In the Smart Workflows sidebar builder, click + Add Step, pick Slack, and complete the secure 1-click OAuth login.

Is the Slack connector free to use?

Yes! Slack is available on all plans, including our Free Tier (100 tasks/month). There are zero hidden costs or per-connector fees.

Can I test Slack triggers with real sample data?

Yes. Click 'Fetch Test Data' inside any node step to retrieve recent real payload samples from Slack before turning your flow live.