TriggerGoogle SheetsReal-timeUpdated May 2026
How do I trigger when a row is added to Google Sheets?
Short answer: Drop the "Google Sheets → New Row" trigger on your workflow canvas, add filters if you want them, and publish. It fires within seconds of the event in Google Sheets, not on a polling schedule.
Anatomy
What this trigger looks like in a workflow.
Drop it on the canvas. Configure a couple of fields. Publish.
In the builder
Trigger
New Row
When the matching event happens
when row addedwatch for row addedwhen a new row is added to a google sheeton row addednew row added
What this trigger returns
for the curiousYou don’t need to read this. Tiny Command auto-maps every field into the visual picker so downstream nodes can pull values by clicking. We show it here for power users who want to know what’s on the wire.
{"row": 2,"values": ["John Doe","john@example.com","Acme Inc","2026-04-11"],"spreadsheet": "sheet_123"}
Output shape
Fields available to downstream nodes.
Every field below can be referenced by name in any action or filter that comes after this trigger.
| Field | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|
| row | number | 2 |
| values | array | ["John Doe","john@example.com","Acme Inc","2026-04-11"] |
| spreadsheet | string | "sheet_123" |
Pairs with
Drop these actions after New Row.
FAQ
Questions about New Row.
How does the New Row trigger work in Google Sheets?
Fires when a new row is added to a Google Sheet (typically the first sheet tab). Common use: ingest form-fed rows into a CRM or notify on a new entry.
Is the New Row trigger real-time?
Yes. New Row uses webhooks or push subscriptions, not polling. Your workflow fires within seconds of the event happening in Google Sheets.
What data does New Row return?
The full event payload from Google Sheets. The output shape table on this page lists every field, its type, and an example value so you can map fields into downstream nodes.
Can I filter New Row so only some events start a workflow?
Yes. Add a Filter node right after the trigger and match on any field, whether that's subject, sender, status, or anything else in the payload. Workflows only continue when the filter passes.
Do I need Google Sheets admin permissions to use New Row?
For most Google Sheets accounts a standard user can authorize the trigger. Some Google Sheets plans require an admin to enable third-party webhooks. Check Google Sheets's docs if the trigger fails to register.
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