Free template: combine Shopify data with PDF file data
Combine Shopify data with PDF file data without writing a single line of code.
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- Set up your data sources by creating a new Parabola flow, connecting your Shopify store, and uploading your PDF files. This creates your automation foundation.
- Configure your Shopify pull by selecting the specific store data you need, such as orders, products, or customer information.
- Extract data from your PDFs using Parabola's PDF parsing tools. This converts your document information into structured, usable data.
- Combine your datasets using Parabola's transformation tools. This step enables you to match corresponding fields and create rules for merging your e-commerce and document data.
- Generate your results by previewing the combined data and running your automated flow. Once set up, this process will handle new files automatically.
See Parabola in actionHow to pull data from Shopify
Connecting your Shopify store to Parabola is straightforward using the Pull from Shopify step. This integration allows you to access various data types from your store, including orders, products, customers, and inventory information.
Key features
- Direct API connection to your Shopify store
- Multiple data type selection options
- Customizable date ranges for data retrieval
- Automatic pagination handling
- Real-time data refresh capabilities
How to use
- Add the Pull from Shopify step to your Flow
- Connect your Shopify account to Parabola
- Select the desired data type (orders, products, etc.)
- Configure any additional parameters or filters
- Run the step to retrieve your data
How to parse PDFs with Parabola
Parabola's PDF handling capabilities enable you to extract and transform data from PDF documents efficiently.
- Automatic text extraction from both searchable and scanned PDFs
- Flexible parsing options for structured and unstructured PDF content
- Batch processing capabilities for multiple PDF files
How to pull data from PDFs
Parabola's PDF data extraction functionality enables you to convert PDF documents into structured, analyzable data. The platform can handle various PDF formats and layouts, making it versatile for different business needs.
Key features
- Text and table extraction
- Multi-page document support
- Pattern recognition
- Structured data output
- Batch processing capability
How to use
- Add the Pull from PDF file step to your Flow
- Upload your PDF file
- Configure extraction settings, including column names and keys
- Run the step to extract the data
- Add examples and fine tune your extraction settings for more accurate parsing
How to combine Shopify and PDF data
Once you have both data sources imported into your Parabola Flow, you can combine them using the Combine Tables step. This powerful feature allows you to merge data based on common fields, creating a comprehensive dataset for analysis.
Key features
- Multiple joining methods
- Automatic column matching
- Custom key field selection
- Duplicate handling options
- Preview of combined data
How to use
- After you add your data sources to the Canvas, add the Combine tables step to your Flow
- Drag the arrow from your data sources to the Combine tables step on the Canvas
- Choose the columns to match between the tables
- Configure the join type
- Preview and verify the combined results
Practical workflow automation use cases and examples
Invoice reconciliation
Automatically match incoming supplier invoices from PDFs with Shopify order data to streamline accounting processes and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
Inventory verification
Compare inventory levels from supplier documentation in PDFs with Shopify stock levels to maintain accurate inventory counts and trigger reorder points automatically.
Customer documentation management
Merge customer information from Shopify with signed agreements or contracts in PDF format to maintain comprehensive customer records and improve service delivery.
By leveraging Parabola's powerful data integration capabilities, businesses can automate the process of combining Shopify and PDF data, saving time and reducing errors in their operations. The platform's no-code approach makes it accessible to users of all technical levels while providing the flexibility to handle complex data transformation needs.
