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Tim_Terry
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I'm attempting to build a scenario for automating Pinterest posts. I'm sourcing image URLs from a Google Sheet (or Google Drive, if that's simpler) and crafting optimized descriptions using Perplexity. My initial approach involved a file request to download the image from its URL (the Drive is accessible) and then creating a pin, but the image wouldn't display. After reviewing some other discussions, it seems I need to make an API call to retrieve the image, which is where I'm encountering difficulties. I'm quite new to automation and coding in general. Do I need to perform an API call first, followed by a get function? Here's a screenshot illustrating my current setup and the point where I'm stuck. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

 
Posted : 03/09/2024 1:27 pm
LinkYourTech
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Where is the file itself stored? You cannot use files stored on Google Drive or Dropbox. It must be a publicly accessible URL, such as from Google Cloud Storage.

 
Posted : 04/09/2024 7:29 am
Tim_Terry
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It's stored in Google Drive, but I've made it accessible to anyone with the link, and then I'm using that link as the URL.

 
Posted : 04/09/2024 11:28 am
Stoyan_Vatov
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Hi Tim,

you absolutely don’t need to make an API call to get the file. You can use the Create a Pin module directly and map the google drive url there.

 
Posted : 04/09/2024 11:52 am
LinkYourTech
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Are you uploading a video or an image? Uploading videos necessitates different modules. The 'create a pin' module is not compatible with videos.

Could you share how you've configured your 'create a pin' module?

Please provide the rewritten markdown content.

 
Posted : 10/09/2024 1:09 am
Tim_Terry
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Apologies for the delayed reply; I was traveling internationally. Yes, it is a video. I have received the images. I believe for the videos, I need to initiate an API call, but that's where I'm encountering difficulties.

 
Posted : 01/10/2024 7:39 pm
LinkYourTech
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Please review this thread and the provided ops blueprint. It will guide you on how to configure your scenario.

 
Posted : 02/10/2024 2:10 am
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