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Asana
playbook Template

Create an Asana task using the summary of an email

This automation will create an Asana task using the summary of an email.

This is a Bardeen playbook. It's a pre-built automation template you can run in one-click to perform a repetitive task. Get started with our free Chrome extension.

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How does this automation work?

Find emails
Action
Get summary of a text by OpenAI
Action
Create Asana task
Action

Efficient task management is crucial in a fast-paced business environment. Bardeen's automation allows you to create tasks in Asana based on email summaries, ensuring that you never miss action items from your communications. This integration is particularly useful for product development and enhancing personal productivity by turning emails into actionable tasks.

Here's how this workflow automates task creation in Asana from an email summary:

  • Step 1: Find Emails in Gmail - The automation starts by searching for emails in Gmail using an exact match of the email content you provide. This is essential for locating the specific email you need to summarize.
  • Step 2: Summarize Email with OpenAI - Next, the content of the email is summarized using OpenAI's powerful summarization capabilities. This summary will serve as the foundation of the Asana task.
  • Step 3: Create Asana Task - Finally, a new task is created in Asana with the provided summary as the description, helping you stay organized and focused on your project management. You'll specify the task name and the project it belongs to.
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How to run the playbook

Get ready to create Asana tasks effortlessly using just the email summary. Say goodbye to the manual process of copying and pasting information and say hello to streamlined task creation!

We know how it feels to spend precious time sifting through lengthy emails, trying to extract the key details for your to-do list. It can be a real productivity killer! But fret no more, because our automation is here to rescue you. With a single click, you can instantly generate an Asana task using the summary of any email, saving you valuable time and energy.

Imagine the possibilities! You can swiftly capture action items, prioritize tasks, and keep your projects on track, all without leaving your inbox. Whether you're a busy professional juggling multiple email threads or a project manager looking to streamline task management, this automation is your secret weapon.

So, get ready to boost your productivity and regain control of your inbox. Try our automation tool and experience the magic of effortless task creation. Say goodbye to email overwhelm and hello to efficient workflow management. It's time to simplify and conquer your tasks like a pro!

Let's set it up!

Step 1: Pin the playbook and integrate Asana

First, click the “Pin it” button at the top of this page to save this automation. You will be redirected to install the browser extension when you run it for the first time. Bardeen will also prompt you to integrate Asana.

Press Option + B on Mac or Alt + B on Windows on your keyboard to launch Bardeen.

Click to run the playbook. You will be asked to configure your Asana task setting. Make sure to click "Remember Inputs" to save more time when you run this automation in the future.

Step 2: Run the playbook

Press Option + B on Mac or Alt + B on a Window machine on your keyboard to launch Bardeen.

Click on the playbook card and run it. Then, specify the email you want to get a summary of. It will get summary of the email, create an Asana task and add the summary to the description.

Find more Asana integrations, Gmail integrations, Gmail and Asana integration or edit the playbook to suit your own workflow.

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Available actions & triggers

Apps:
Create an Asana task using the summary of an email
Create an Asana task using the summary of an email
Create an Asana task using the summary of an email
Types:
Both
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When email is starred
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When email received
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