Excel

Comprehensive guide to the Excel node in StackAI: Learn how to automate spreadsheet tasks, write data, and integrate Excel with your workflows.

What is the Excel Node?

The Excel node in StackAI enables seamless integration with Microsoft Excel in SharePoint, allowing you to automate spreadsheet operations, write data, and collaborate on Excel files directly within your StackAI workflows. This node is ideal for teams looking to streamline data entry, reporting, and spreadsheet management without manual intervention.

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How to Use the Excel Node

To use the Excel node, simply add it to your StackAI workflow and configure it to perform actions such as writing data to a spreadsheet. You can connect it to other nodes (like LLMs, input nodes, or data sources) to automate the flow of information into your Excel files. The node supports secure authentication via connection IDs, ensuring your data remains protected.

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Example of Usage

Suppose you want to automatically log survey responses from a form into an Excel spreadsheet stored in SharePoint. You can connect the input node (collecting responses) to the Excel node, which then writes each new entry into the designated spreadsheet, eliminating manual data entry.

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Available Actions for the Excel Node

Below are the most commonly used actions for the Excel node in StackAI:

1. Write to Sheet

Description: Automatically writes data to a specified Excel sheet in SharePoint.

Inputs

Name	Description	Required
spreadsheet_id	The unique ID of the Excel spreadsheet	Yes
sheet_name	The name of the sheet/tab to write to	Yes
data	The data to write (array of objects/rows)	Yes
range	The cell range to write data (e.g., A1:D10)	No

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Example Input:

{
  "spreadsheet_id": "abc123",
  "sheet_name": "Responses",
  "data": [
    {"Name": "John Doe", "Email": "[email protected]", "Score": 95}
  ],
  "range": "A2:C2"
}

Configurations

Name	Description	Required
connection_id	The connection ID for SharePoint/Excel	Yes

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Example Configuration:

{
  "connection_id": "your-connection-id-here"
}

Outputs

Name	Description	Required
success	Boolean indicating if the write was successful	Yes
updated_range	The range that was updated	No
error	Error message if the operation failed	No

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Example Output:

{
  "success": true,
  "updated_range": "A2:C2"
}

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Best Practices

• Always ensure your connection ID is valid and has the necessary permissions to access the target Excel file.

• Validate your data structure before writing to avoid errors.

• Use dynamic node references (e.g., {in-0}) to automate data flow from other nodes.

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Summary

The Excel node in StackAI is a powerful tool for automating spreadsheet operations in SharePoint. By leveraging its write capabilities, you can streamline data management, reduce manual work, and enhance collaboration across your team.