Mastering Make.com: A Comprehensive Guide to Populating a Microsoft Word Template Table with JSON Data

Hey there, Make.com users! Today, we're going to tackle a common problem that many of you have been facing: populating a Microsoft Word Template table with multiple line items from a JSON data file. We've seen a lot of you struggling with this, so let's dive right in and solve this together!

Understanding the Problem

So, you've got a JSON data file with an array that includes multiple line items. You're trying to populate these line items into a table in your Microsoft Word Template, but it's just not working. You've checked your configuration on Make.com, and everything seems fine. So, what's the problem?

Step-by-Step Solution

Good news! We've found a solution. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you out:

  1. Add an iterator for each table item. This will allow you to loop through each item in your array.
  2. Follow this up with an array aggregator. This will combine all your items into one array.
  3. Make sure the array variable name matches with the table variable name. This is crucial for the data to populate correctly in your Word Template.

And that's it! You should now be able to populate your Word Template table with multiple line items from your JSON data file.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you're still having trouble, here are a few things to check:

  • Make sure you've correctly added the iterator for each table item. This is what allows you to loop through each item in your array.
  • Check that you've correctly used the array aggregator to combine all your items into one array.
  • Ensure that the array variable name matches with the table variable name. This is crucial for the data to populate correctly in your Word Template.

If you've checked all these and you're still having issues, don't hesitate to reach out for help. The Make.com community is always here to assist!

Wrapping Up

Populating a Microsoft Word Template table with multiple line items from a JSON data file can be a tricky task, but with the right steps, it's definitely doable. Remember to add an iterator for each table item, use an array aggregator to combine your items, and ensure your array variable name matches your table variable name. With these steps, you should be able to solve this problem in no time. Happy making!

You do have further questions?

Ask your question via E-Mail: Richard@make-app.de
Book a paid Support & Consulting Session
New Make.com user? Sign up through this Affiliate Link to receive 10.000 operations for FREE.