Master Essay Writing with OpenAI's Automation

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Setting up the Automation Workflow
3. Connecting Google Sheets with Public Connect
4. Generating Content using Open AI
5. Creating a New Document in Google Docs
6. Updating the Document Link in Google Sheets
7. Changing the Share Permission of the Document
8. Testing the Automation Workflow
9. Conclusion
10. FAQs

Introduction

In this article, we will learn how to write an essay quickly using Open AI and set up an automation workflow for content generation. This automation will be particularly useful for students or content Creators who need to generate articles or essays efficiently. By leveraging Google Sheets as a trigger application and Open AI as the content generation tool, we can automatically generate essays and add them to Google Docs. This article will provide a step-by-step guide on how to set up and utilize this automation.

Note: Before proceeding, make sure You have signed up for Public Connect and have access to both Google Sheets and Google Docs.

Setting up the Automation Workflow

To set up the automation workflow, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Connecting Google Sheets with Public Connect

1. Sign in to Public Connect and Create a new workflow named "Google Sheets to Open AI to Google Docs."
2. In the workflow, navigate to the trigger window and select Google Sheets as the trigger application.
3. Choose the trigger event "New or Updated Spreadsheet Row."
4. Copy the provided web URL and go to your Google Sheet.
5. Install the Public Connect add-on by going to "Extensions" > "Add-ons" > "Get add-ons" and searching for "Public Connect Webhooks."
6. After installing the add-on, refresh your Google Sheet.
7. Access the add-on from "Extensions" > "Public Connect Webhooks" > "Initial Setup."
8. In the setup window, select the desired sheet and paste the copied web URL.
9. Specify the trigger column as the last data entry column in your Google Sheet.
10. Click "Send Test" to verify the connection between Google Sheets and Public Connect.

Step 2: Generating Content using Open AI

1. Scroll down to the action window and search for Open AI.
2. Choose the action event "Generate Content."
3. Connect your Open AI account by entering the API key.
4. Select the AI model "text-davinci-003" for content generation.
5. Map the prompt from the Google Sheet response to the prompt field.
6. Set the maximum token limit and select the sampling Type (temperature sampling).
7. Adjust other settings as per your requirements.
8. Save the action and send a test request to ensure successful content generation.

Step 3: Creating a New Document in Google Docs

1. Add a new action step and select Google Docs as the application.
2. Choose the action event "Create a Blank Document."
3. Connect your Google Docs account with Public Connect.
4. Map the title from the Google Sheet response to the document name field.
5. Save the action and send a test request to generate a new document in Google Docs.

Step 4: Updating the Document Link in Google Sheets

1. Add another action step and select Google Sheets.
2. Choose the action event "Update Cell Value."
3. Connect your Google Sheets account with Public Connect.
4. Specify the spreadsheet and sheet where the link needs to be updated.
5. Map the document ID response from Google Docs to the range (column D) and value (webview link) fields.
6. Save the action and send a test request to update the link in the Google Sheet.

Step 5: Changing the Share Permission of the Document

1. Add an action step and select Google Drive as the application.
2. Choose the action event "Share a File with Anyone."
3. Connect your Google Drive account with Public Connect.
4. Map the document ID response from Google Docs to the file ID field.
5. Save the action and send a test request to change the share permission of the document.

Step 6: Testing the Automation Workflow

1. Enter a new title, prompt, and date in a new row of the Google Sheet.
2. Wait for a few seconds to allow the automation workflow to trigger.
3. Verify that a new document is created in Google Docs with the generated content.
4. Check that the Google Sheet is updated with the document link.
5. Test the document link to ensure it opens the generated document.

Conclusion

With the automation workflow set up, you can quickly generate essays using Open AI, automatically create new documents in Google Docs, and update the corresponding links in Google Sheets. This process streamlines the content creation process, making it efficient and time-saving. By leveraging the power of automation and AI, you can focus more on refining the generated content and enhancing your productivity as a Writer or student.

FAQs

Q: Can I use this automation workflow with other applications? A: Yes, Public Connect allows you to connect with multiple applications. You can explore the available application options and create more sophisticated workflows as per your requirements.

Q: Is Public Connect free to use? A: Public Connect offers a free plan with a limited number of tasks per month. However, they also provide paid plans with additional features and higher task limits. You can choose the plan that suits your needs.

Q: Can I customize the settings for content generation in Open AI? A: Yes, Open AI provides various settings, such as temperature sampling and token limits, that allow you to control the randomness and length of the generated content. Feel free to experiment and adjust these settings according to your preferences.

Q: Is my data secure while using Public Connect? A: Public Connect takes data security seriously and follows industry-standard protocols to ensure the protection of your data. However, it is advisable to review their privacy policy and terms of service for a better understanding of their data handling practices.