October 28, 2016 • 4 min read

Streamline Your Data Entry: Integrating Barcode Scans Directly into Excel Online with Zapier

Learn how to effortlessly transmit barcode scan data into designated Excel Online sheets utilizing the innovative API connector service offered by Zapier. This process not only streamlines data collection but significantly enhances efficiency and accuracy.

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The Key Players in Automated Data Entry

  • Microsoft Excel: A cornerstone of the Microsoft Office suite, Excel’s spreadsheet application is widely regarded as the gold standard in data management. Excel Online extends this functionality to the cloud, positioning itself as a strong competitor to Google Sheets.
  • CodeREADr: A leading platform that delivers high-performance iOS and Android applications for barcode scanning. Integrated with CodeREADr’s cloud-based service, it enables the creation of custom Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) workflows and the management of users and databases.
  • Zapier: The ultimate tool for connecting web applications seamlessly without any coding requirement. It allows even those without a technical background to set up integrations (“Zaps”) between two applications, consisting of a Trigger and one or more Actions.

Achieving Seamless Integration: The Outcome

By leveraging the Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) of Excel Online, CodeREADr, and Zapier, a seamless integration is achieved. A scan by a CodeREADr app user instantaneously populates an Excel Online sheet with comprehensive scan data, including barcode values, descriptions, user information, timestamps, and more, without manual input.

Kickstarting Your Automated Data Entry Journey

To begin with Microsoft Online, a subscription plan is required, starting at $10.00 for a month, as Zapier’s integration currently supports only files stored on ‘One Drive for Business’. On the other hand, CodeREADr offers a free plan to explore its core functionalities, with the option to upgrade to a paid plan for API access, starting at $24.99, with flexible subscription terms.

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