Can I integrate Google Sheets with Webflow CMS even though Webflow requires a "slug"?
Yes, you can integrate Google Sheets with Webflow CMS even though Webflow requires a "slug". Here's how you can achieve this integration:
Create a Google Sheets document: Start by creating a Google Sheets document that will serve as your external database. Make sure to format the data in a way that aligns with your Webflow CMS structure.
Get the Google Sheets API key: To access your Google Sheets data, you'll need to obtain an API key. Follow Google's official documentation to generate an API key for your Google Sheets document.
Connect Google Sheets to Webflow: In the Webflow Designer, go to the CMS Collection where you want to integrate Google Sheets. Under the "Collection Settings" tab, you'll find an option called "External CSV". Click on it and paste the link of your Google Sheets document along with the API key. This will establish a connection between Webflow and Google Sheets.
Map the data fields: Once the connection is established, you need to map the data fields in your Google Sheets document with the corresponding CMS fields in Webflow. This ensures that data is properly imported and synchronized between the two platforms.
Configure the slug: As you mentioned, Webflow requires a "slug" for each CMS item, which serves as a unique identifier. In your Google Sheets document, create a column for the slug and populate it with the desired URLs for each item.
Import the data: After mapping the fields and configuring the slug, you can import the data from Google Sheets into Webflow. Click on the "Import" button to sync the data and populate your CMS collection.
By following these steps, you can effectively integrate Google Sheets with Webflow CMS, allowing you to manage and update content from an external database while leveraging the benefits of Webflow's CMS features.
Additional Questions:
- How do I generate an API key for Google Sheets integration with Webflow CMS?
- Can I update the data in my Webflow CMS collection through Google Sheets?
- What other third-party integrations are possible with Webflow CMS?
