How to create SharePoint custom connector in PowerApp

Creating a custom connector in PowerApps to connect to SharePoint involves several steps. Below is a detailed guide with approximately 1000 words that outlines the process:

Step 1: Prepare SharePoint Environment Before creating a custom connector, ensure that you have access to a SharePoint site and have the necessary permissions to create and manage custom connectors.

Step 2: Create Custom Connector

1. Log in to the PowerApps portal (https://make.powerapps.com) using your Microsoft account or organizational account.
2. Navigate to the “Data” tab on the left sidebar and click on “Custom connectors.”
3. Click on “New custom connector” and select the “Create from blank” option.
4. Provide a suitable name and description for your custom connector.
5. In the “Host” field, enter the base URL of your SharePoint site. For example, “https://yoursharepointsite.sharepoint.com“.
6. Select the appropriate authentication type based on your SharePoint configuration. If you’re unsure, start with “OAuth 2.0.”
7. Configure the necessary security settings. This may involve specifying scopes, client IDs, client secrets, or other authentication details. Refer to SharePoint’s documentation for guidance on configuring authentication.
8. Click on “Create connector” to create the custom connector.

Step 3: Define Actions

1. Once the custom connector is created, you’ll be redirected to the custom connector’s “General” settings page.
2. Click on the “New action” button to define an action that interacts with SharePoint.
3. Provide a name and summary for the action.
4. Select the appropriate HTTP method for the action (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, etc.).
5. In the “Relative URL” field, specify the API endpoint for the SharePoint operation you want to perform. Refer to SharePoint’s API documentation for available endpoints and their syntax.
6. Configure the necessary parameters for the action. Parameters may include query parameters, request headers, or request bodies. Use the “+” button to add parameters as needed.
7. Define the expected response for the action. This may involve specifying response headers, response bodies, or sample responses.
8. Click on “Create action” to save the action.

Step 4: Test the Custom Connector

1. After creating an action, you’ll be redirected to the action’s settings page.
2. Click on the “Test” tab to test the action.
3. Provide the necessary input values for the action’s parameters.
4. Click on “Test operation” to send a test request to SharePoint.
5. Review the response to ensure it’s as expected.
6. If the test is successful, click on “Close” to exit the test view.

Step 5: Publish the Custom Connector

1. Once you have defined all the necessary actions and tested them, go back to the custom connector’s “General” settings page.
2. Review the settings and ensure all the actions are correctly defined.
3. Click on “Create connector” to save and publish the custom connector.

Step 6: Use the Custom Connector in PowerApps

1. Open the PowerApps editor for your desired app.
2. Add a control (e.g., a button or a gallery) to the screen where you want to use the custom connector.
3. Select the control and navigate to the “Action” tab in the right sidebar.
4. Click on “Add an action” and select the custom connector from the list of connectors.
5. Choose the action you want to perform from the available actions for the custom connector.
6. Configure any additional properties or parameters for the action as needed.
7. Save and preview your PowerApp to test the integration with SharePoint.

By following these steps, you can create a custom connector in PowerApps to