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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "Entry Deleted" from Cognito Forms.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Items to Existing Sales Invoice" in Xero.
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cognito Forms + Xero 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 Xero
How do I integrate Cognito Forms with Xero using Zapier?
Integrating Cognito Forms with Xero can be achieved through our platform by creating a Zap. Start by selecting Cognito Forms as your trigger app and choose a specific trigger, such as 'New Entry'. Next, select Xero as the action app and choose an action like 'Create Invoice' or 'Create Contact'. Follow the prompts to link your accounts and map form fields to Xero data.
What triggers are available for Cognito Forms in a Zapier integration?
In our integration setup, you can use the 'New Entry' trigger for Cognito Forms. This trigger activates whenever there is a new form submission, allowing you to automate subsequent actions in Xero or other connected apps.
Can I automatically create invoices in Xero from Cognito Form entries?
Yes, using our platform, you can set up a Zap that triggers on each new entry from Cognito Forms to automatically create an invoice in Xero. During the setup, you will map fields from your form to specific invoice fields in Xero.
Are there pre-set templates available for integrating Cognito Forms with Xero?
We offer pre-set Zap templates that facilitate quick integrations between Cognito Forms and Xero. These templates provide common workflows like creating contacts or invoices, which you can further customize according to your needs.
How frequently does Zapier check for new data in Cognito Forms?
Our platform checks for new entries in Cognito Forms at intervals ranging from every 5 minutes on paid plans. This ensures that any new information is swiftly processed and sent to Xero following your configured actions.
Is it possible to update existing contacts in Xero using information from Cognito Forms submissions?
Currently, while our standard setup allows creating new contacts easily, updating existing ones might require custom solutions or additional Zaps. You'd need to check if such functionality could be achieved through advanced workflows within our system.
What action options are available when using Xero in a Zap integration?
When integrating with Xero via our platform, you can choose actions such as 'Create Invoice', 'Create Bill', 'Create Credit Note', and 'Create/Update Contact'. These options allow for comprehensive management of financial documents based on triggers from applications like Cognito Forms.