Make readiness states easier to scan
Apply consistent formatting to the readiness range so completed checks and blockers stand out during review.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Format cell
Applies text and background cell formatting to a specified range in a google sheets worksheet.
Why this helps
Important readiness states can disappear in a plain grid, slowing down release decisions.
- Make status cells easier to scan.
- Give release reviewers a clearer view of blockers.
- Reduce the chance that important statuses blend into the sheet.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Buildkite and Google Sheets once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation through Automations, New Automation.
- 3Tell Notis the exact readiness range and formatting to apply for the stated statuses.
- 4Choose the webhook trigger and a report destination.
- 5Test with one readiness range and confirm the intended cells are formatted.
Questions about this workflow
Can it infer which cells are blockers?
The request should identify the status values and formatting rules, or provide the relevant data in context.
Will this alter the cell values?
This action applies text and background formatting to the specified range.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
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