ManualTrigger Automate

This workflow is designed for:

• Data Analysts: Who need to automate the extraction and organization of data from XML files into Google Sheets.
• Business Professionals: Looking to streamline reporting processes and data management tasks.
• Developers: Who want to integrate different APIs and automate workflows without extensive coding.
• Educators: Who can use this as a tool for teaching data parsing and integration concepts.
• Small Business Owners: Aiming to manage their data efficiently without relying on complex software solutions.

This workflow addresses the challenge of manually extracting data from XML files and entering it into spreadsheets. It automates the process, ensuring accuracy and saving time, allowing users to:

• Quickly convert XML data into a structured format.
• Eliminate repetitive manual entry tasks.
• Maintain organized and easily accessible data in Google Sheets.

1. Trigger: The workflow starts when the user clicks 'execute'.
2. Download XML File: An HTTP request is made to download an XML file containing relevant data.
3. Parse XML Content: The downloaded XML file is parsed to extract useful information.
4. Split Out Food Items: The parsed data is split into distinct food items for better organization.
5. Create New Spreadsheet File: A new Google Sheets file is created to store the extracted data.
6. Define Header Row: The first row of the spreadsheet is defined with appropriate column headers based on the extracted data.
7. Wait for Spreadsheet Creation: The workflow pauses to ensure the spreadsheet is fully created before proceeding.
8. Write Header Row: The defined headers are written into the newly created spreadsheet.
9. Write Data to Sheet: Finally, the extracted data is appended to the spreadsheet, completing the workflow.