I just started using n8n and I’m stuck trying to make a simple workflow. What I want to do is get data from a webhook and then put it into a Google Sheet. I’ve looked all over for tutorials but haven’t found anything that’s easy to follow.
Here’s what I’ve done so far:
Set up a webhook in n8n
Created a new Google Sheet
But when I run the workflow, nothing shows up in my sheet. It’s like the data isn’t getting there at all. I feel like I’m missing a step or doing something wrong.
Has anyone here done this before? I’d really appreciate some tips or a quick walkthrough of how to set this up correctly. Thanks in advance for any help!
hey there! i’ve done this before. make sure u add a Google Sheets node after ur webhook. connect it to ur sheet and map the data correctly. double check ur Google account is linked in n8n settings. if it still doesnt work, try the ‘Execute Node’ option to see whats goin on. good luck!
I’ve implemented a similar workflow recently, and it can be tricky at first. Here’s what you might be missing: after setting up the webhook node, you need to add a Google Sheets node to your workflow. In the Google Sheets node, configure it to connect to your specific sheet and specify which columns should receive the data from the webhook. Make sure the data mapping between the webhook output and the Google Sheets input is correct. Also, don’t forget to activate the workflow after setting it up. If you’re still having trouble, double-check your Google account permissions in n8n. Sometimes, authentication issues can prevent data from being written to the sheet. Hope this helps you get your workflow up and running!
Having set up several n8n workflows myself, I can relate to your frustration. One crucial step you might be overlooking is the proper configuration of the Google Sheets node. After your webhook node, add a Google Sheets node and ensure you’ve selected the correct operation (usually ‘Append’ for adding new data).
Make sure you’ve authenticated your Google account in n8n settings. Then, in the Google Sheets node, specify the exact sheet ID and range where you want the data to appear. The tricky part is often mapping the incoming webhook data to the correct columns in your sheet.
If you’re still not seeing results, enable the ‘Execute Node’ option on your Google Sheets node to debug. This will show you exactly what data is being sent to the sheet. Also, check your webhook’s payload to ensure it’s formatted as expected.
Don’t get discouraged – once you get it working, it’s incredibly powerful for automating data collection!