Generating Trello Cards from JotForm Submissions

Jun 30, 2024

Generating Trello Cards from JotForm Submissions

Introduction

  • Presented by: George
  • Topic: Adding a button in JotForm Table to send out data and create/update Trello cards.

Steps to Create a Trello Card

Initial Setup

  1. JotForm Dashboard: Start with a new JotForm.
  2. Templates: Use a pre-made template for testing.
  3. Elements: Add necessary elements (e.g., title, description, labels, members) in the form for the Trello card.
  4. Demo Data: Fill the form with demo data for testing.

Accessing JotForm Tables

  1. Submissions: View all submissions in JotForm Tables.
  2. Adding Button to Table: Click on 'Add Column' to add a button to send data to Trello.

Configuring the Button

  1. Button Settings:
    • Name the button (e.g., 'Send Data').
    • Select Trello as the app.
  2. Authentication: Log into Trello and allow permissions.
  3. Board and List Selection:
    • Select the board and list (e.g., 'Pending') where the card should be added.
  4. Field Matching: Match the form fields to Trello card fields (e.g., Name, Description, etc.).
  5. Completing Integration: Finish the integration and create the column with the new button.

Testing the Button

  1. Create Trello Card: Click on the 'Send Data' button and check Trello to see if the card is created.

Updating an Existing Trello Card

  1. New Table Setup: Create a new table in JotForm for updating cards.
  2. Adding Button: Similar steps as creating a card but select 'Update Card' instead.
  3. Board and List: Choose board and list and the specific card to update.
  4. Field Matching: Match fields for updating (e.g., Name, Phone Number).
  5. Completing Integration: Finish the integration to create the column with the update button.
  6. Testing: Click on the 'Send Data' button to update the card and check Trello.

Conclusion

  • Options: You can either create or update a Trello card depending on your needs.
  • Feedback: Viewers are encouraged to comment on what they want to see in future integrations.
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Summary

  • Ease of Integration: Adding a button to JotForm for Trello integration is user-friendly.
  • Flexibility: Can be used to either create new cards or update existing ones.

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