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# Import Data

> Pull files and data from external services into your workflow.

The Import Data task pulls files and data from external services into your workflow. It comes with built-in support for common cloud services and enterprise systems—just pick your source and connect.

<Warning>
  **Deprecation Notice:** Import Data is being deprecated soon. Please use the [Integrations Task](/tasks/data/integrations) instead, which allows you to connect to 3,500+ integrations from the [Integrations Marketplace](/integrations/overview).
</Warning>

## Key Capabilities

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Built-in Connectors" icon="plug">
    Native support for Google Drive, S3, enterprise systems, and more—easy to set up.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Secure Credentials" icon="key">
    Use shared or personal credentials to connect securely.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## When to Use It

Use Import Data when you need to pull files or data into your workflow from an external service:

* Import documents from Google Drive for AI processing
* Pull data from Google Sheets or BigQuery
* Fetch files from AWS S3
* Connect to enterprise systems like SAP, Workday, or Epic

## Supported Data Sources

These data sources have built-in support with easy setup:

### Standard

| Source                   | Description                               |
| ------------------------ | ----------------------------------------- |
| **AWS S3**               | Import files from S3 buckets              |
| **Google BigQuery**      | Pull data from BigQuery datasets          |
| **Google Calendar**      | Fetch calendar events and schedules       |
| **Google Drive**         | Import documents, spreadsheets, and files |
| **Google Places**        | Get location and business data            |
| **Google Search**        | Retrieve search results                   |
| **Google Sheets**        | Pull spreadsheet data                     |
| **Google Translate**     | Access translation services               |
| **PDF Generator API**    | Work with PDF generation                  |
| **X (Formerly Twitter)** | Import social media data                  |

### Enterprise

These sources require an Enterprise plan:

| Source                                       | Description                       |
| -------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------- |
| **BlackRock - Aladdin**                      | Investment management platform    |
| **Bloomberg - AIM**                          | Asset and investment management   |
| **Cerner - Cerner Millennium**               | Healthcare EHR system             |
| **Epic Systems - Epic EHR**                  | Healthcare EHR system             |
| **Finacle - Infosys**                        | Core banking solution             |
| **Finastra Fusion Essence / Equation**       | Banking and financial services    |
| **FIS - InvestOne**                          | Investment accounting             |
| **FIS Profile / IBS - FIS Global**           | Banking platform                  |
| **Flexcube - Oracle Financial Services**     | Core banking solution             |
| **GE Healthcare - Centricity PACS/RIS**      | Medical imaging systems           |
| **LSEG World-Check**                         | Risk intelligence and screening   |
| **MasterControl - Quality Excellence**       | Quality management system         |
| **Meditech - Expanse EHR**                   | Healthcare EHR system             |
| **Oracle - Argus Safety**                    | Pharmacovigilance and drug safety |
| **SAP - SAP S/4HANA**                        | Enterprise resource planning      |
| **SimCorp - SimCorp Dimension**              | Investment management             |
| **Sunquest - Laboratory Information System** | Lab information management        |
| **T24 Transact - Temenos**                   | Core banking platform             |
| **Veeva Systems - Vault LIMS**               | Lab information management        |
| **Veeva Systems - Vault QMS**                | Quality management system         |
| **Workday**                                  | HR and financial management       |

## How to Add Import Data

<Steps>
  <Step title="Drop it into your workflow">
    Drag an Import Data task into your workflow where you need to pull external data.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose your data source">
    Select from the supported data sources for easy setup, or search the Integration Marketplace for other services.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose an action">
    Pick what you want to do—like "Get File", "Download from Path", or "Read Spreadsheet".
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect your credentials">
    Select existing credentials or connect a new account.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set the parameters">
    Fill in the details the integration needs—like a file path, folder ID, or other settings. You can use variables from earlier tasks.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Test it">
    Run a preview to make sure the import works correctly.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Tips for Better Results

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Check your credentials have access">
    Make sure the account you're using has permission to access the file or data you're trying to import.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Test with preview first">
    Before activating your workflow, run a preview to verify:

    * The credentials work
    * The file path or ID is correct
    * The imported data looks right
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Handle missing files">
    Sometimes files get moved or deleted in the external services database. Consider adding a Decision Agent after your import to check if it succeeded before continuing.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Related

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Export Data" icon="file-export" href="/tasks/data/export-data">
    Send data from your workflow to external services.
  </Card>

  <Card title="External Service" icon="plug" href="/tasks/data/external-service">
    Connect to custom APIs not in the supported sources or marketplace.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Integrations" icon="grid" href="/integrations/overview">
    Explore all available integrations.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Workflows" icon="diagram-project" href="/guides/workflows">
    Learn how all the pieces fit together.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>