🧾 Extract and track receipt data with VLM Run and Google Drive + Airtable
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Description
Simplify expense tracking with AI-powered automation that extracts receipt data and organizes it instantly.
What this workflow does
- Watches Google Drive for new receipt uploads (images/PDFs)
- Automatically downloads and prepares files for processing
- Parses key details using the trusted VLM Run node (merchant, customer, amount, currency, date)
- Stores structured records in Airtable for real-time tracking
Setup
Prerequisites: Google Drive & Airtable accounts, VLM Run API credentials, n8n instance.
Install the verified VLM Run node by searching for VLM Run in the node list, then click Install. Once installed, you can start using it in your workflows.
Quick Setup:
- Configure Google Drive OAuth2 and create a receipt upload folder
- Add VLM Run API credentials
- Create an Airtable base with fields: Customer, Merchant, Amount, Currency, Date
- Update folder/base IDs in workflow nodes
- Test and activate
How to customize this workflow to your needs
Extend functionality by:
- Adding categories, budgets, or approval steps
- Syncing with accounting tools (QuickBooks, Xero)
- Sending Slack or email alerts for processed receipts
- Enabling error handling and duplicate checks
This workflow eliminates manual data entry and creates a seamless, automated system that saves time and improves accuracy.
🔗 Nodes Used
Airtable, Webhook, Google Drive, Google Drive Trigger
📥 Import
Download workflow.json and import into n8n:
Workflow menu → Import from File