Convert XML Data to Google Sheets Automatically
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This workflow efficiently downloads an XML file, parses its content, extracts specific data items, and then automatically creates a new Google Sheet, populating it with your structured XML data, complete with dynamically generated headers. Streamline your data management by transforming complex XML into an easily digestible spreadsheet format.
About This Workflow
This robust n8n workflow provides a seamless solution for transforming complex XML data into easily digestible Google Sheet formats. Designed for n8n versions 0.197.1 or newer, it leverages the latest expression syntax and node capabilities. It starts by fetching an XML file from any given URL. The workflow then intelligently parses the XML structure, pinpointing and splitting out specific record sets (e.g., individual food items from a menu) into separate items. Following this, it dynamically creates a brand new Google Sheet, generates appropriate column headers based on your XML's data structure, and finally appends all the extracted XML data rows. This automation eliminates manual data entry, making XML data accessible and ready for analysis in your preferred spreadsheet environment.
Key Features
- Automated XML Retrieval: Effortlessly download XML files from any specified URL.
- Intelligent XML Parsing: Converts raw XML into structured, usable data formats.
- Dynamic Data Extraction: Splits out specific data collections (e.g., individual records) from the XML for granular processing.
- On-the-Fly Google Sheet Creation: Automatically generates a new Google Sheet with a custom title.
- Smart Header Generation: Dynamically creates spreadsheet column headers based on the structure of your extracted XML data.
- Seamless Data Population: Appends all extracted and processed XML data directly into your newly created Google Sheet.
How To Use
- Start Workflow: Click 'Execute Workflow' to manually trigger the process.
- Configure XML Source: In the 'Download XML File' node, update the
URLparameter to point to your desired XML file. - Define Data Items: Adjust the
fieldToSplitOutparameter in the 'Split out food items' node to match the specific XML path containing the data records you wish to extract (e.g.,invoice.line_items.item). - Google Sheets Authentication: Ensure your Google Sheets credentials are correctly set up and selected in the 'Create new spreadsheet file', 'Write header row', and 'Write data to sheet' nodes.
- Run and Verify: Execute the workflow. A new Google Sheet titled "My XML Data" (or your custom title) will be created in your Google Drive, populated with the extracted XML data.
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Workflow JSON
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"id": "429a25b7-04fe-4f31-8151-c368c316ffad",
"name": "Convert XML Data to Google Sheets Automatically",
"nodes": 25,
"category": "Operations",
"status": "active",
"version": "1.0.0"
}Note: This is a sample preview. The full workflow JSON contains node configurations, credentials placeholders, and execution logic.
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