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How to get an image given by a formula IMAGE(..) in GSheets to send it by mail


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Hi, I generate a qr-code in my GSheets using the api.server.com via a formula.
Example : =IMAGE("https://api.qrserver.com/v1/create-qr-code/?size=500x500&data="&ENCODEURL("https://www.google.com/"))

I tried to retrieve it in Zapier to send it on an email but did not find how as the result is empty :(
This is my trigger step

This is my Gmail step

But the result is 

How can it be embedded in my body mail?

Thank you for your help. Cheers. Lucie

Best answer by ELDEETIC_byLucieDUVERGER

Troy Tessalone wrote:

@ELDEETIC_byLucieDUVERGER 

The resulting HTML is not a valid URL due to the formula.

Help link about using img tags in HTML: https://www.w3schools.com/tags/tag_img.asp

 

 

 

 

Hi Troy, I did not see what was wrong whereas it was quite obvious!
Tx for leading me to the solution. Sorted

Now I can see the image within the email using the result of the same formula but this time without the image formula (see 3rd column which I’m using to get the result for URL and its formula in 4th column :)
 

 

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Troy Tessalone
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Hi ​@ELDEETIC_byLucieDUVERGER 

Looks like the HTML is invalid.

Appears there is an extra space after the: src=
Appears there is a missing space before the: alt=

 


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Troy Tessalone wrote:

Hi ​@ELDEETIC_byLucieDUVERGER 

Looks like the HTML is invalid.

Appears there is an extra space after the: src=
Appears there is a missing space before the: alt=

 

Good point. But not working either even if looks different :(

 


Troy Tessalone
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@ELDEETIC_byLucieDUVERGER 

We would need to see screenshots showing the updated Zap step configuration.

The file link must be a publicly accessible url.


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Hi, here is the set up and what I get after the test in the data in tab (data out do not state relevant info).

 


Troy Tessalone
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@ELDEETIC_byLucieDUVERGER 

The resulting HTML is not a valid URL due to the formula.

Help link about using img tags in HTML: https://www.w3schools.com/tags/tag_img.asp

 

 

 

 


JammerS
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  • Zapier Staff
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  • February 3, 2025

Hi ​@ELDEETIC_byLucieDUVERGER,
 
We just wanted to see how everything is going with your Zap. Did Troy's recommendation get the job done? Feel free to reach out if you need further assistance with your Zap. We're glad to address any concerns and assist you.
 
We're looking forward to your response.


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Troy Tessalone wrote:

@ELDEETIC_byLucieDUVERGER 

The resulting HTML is not a valid URL due to the formula.

Help link about using img tags in HTML: https://www.w3schools.com/tags/tag_img.asp

 

 

 

 

Hi Troy, I did not see what was wrong whereas it was quite obvious!
Tx for leading me to the solution. Sorted

Now I can see the image within the email using the result of the same formula but this time without the image formula (see 3rd column which I’m using to get the result for URL and its formula in 4th column :)
 

 


JammerS
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  • Zapier Staff
  • 2131 replies
  • February 4, 2025

I'm glad to hear that you've resolved the issue with Troy's insights! It's great that you can now see the image within the email using the result of your formula.

 

It's not always easy to spot what's wrong in a complex setup like this, so don't hesitate to contact us if you encounter any other issues or have more questions.

 

Keep up the good work with your Zaps, and remember, the Zapier Community is always here to help.