Google Invoice Parser
Overview
The Google Invoice Parser Service in AIForged uses pre-trained invoice models from Google Document AI to extract key-value pairs and line items from invoices. The service returns typical invoice fieldsβsuch as Subtotal, VAT, Total, and Dateβas well as detailed line items, which are presented in a structured table format.
No custom training is required; the service utilizes robust, internal pre-built invoice models for fast and accurate extraction from invoice documents.
This service is ideal for automating invoice data entry, streamlining financial reconciliation, and improving the accuracy and speed of business workflows that rely on invoice processing.
Possible Use Cases
- Extracting invoice-related data for accounting or auditing.
- Capturing individual line items for ERP, payment processing, or expense management.
- Automating invoice intake and validation in digital workflows.
Service Setup
Follow these steps to add and configure the Google Invoice Parser Service to your agent:
- Open the Agent View Navigate to the agent where you want to add the service.
Add the Google Invoice Parser Service Click the Add Service
button in the command bar.
Select Service Type Choose Google Invoice Parser Service from the available service types.
- Configure the Service Wizard
Open the Service Configuration Wizard.
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- Step 1: General Settings
Configure the core settings.
&#xNAN;Default settings are sufficient for most use cases.
- Step 2: User Defined Categories
Add any categories you wish to use for organizing your processed documents.
- Step 3: Analysis
Upload some documents for analysis, select them and click on the Analysis
button to generate the applicable fields for your forms.
- Step 4: Verification Review and verify any documents that have been processed.
- Step 1: General Settings
Configure the core settings.
&#xNAN;Default settings are sufficient for most use cases.
Service Configuration Settings
Most users can proceed with default settings. Advanced configuration is available for custom workflows.
Add and Process Documents
To upload and process documents using the Google Forms Parser:
- Open Service
In the Google Forms Parser, click the Upload
button or drag and drop files over the document grid.
- Select Category (Optional) If you know the category for the document, select it. Otherwise, select No category.
- Process Documents
After uploading, select the documents to process and click on the Process
button.
Tip: For new services, process a small batch first to verify the results before scaling up.
View Processed Documents
- Select Outbox in the usage filter in the Google Forms Parser.
- Open any processed document to view and verify the extracted results.
Troubleshooting Tips
- Missing or Incorrect Data?
- Ensure invoices are clear and legible. Poor scans may reduce extraction accuracy.
- Confirm that the file type is supported (PDF, JPEG, PNG, TIFF).
- Some invoice layouts may not be fully supported; verify that your invoices follow standard formats.
- Line Items Not Extracted?
- Ensure your invoices display line items in a standard table or itemized format.
- Highly stylized, handwritten, or unusual invoice tables may impact extraction.
- Upload or Processing Errors?
- Try re-uploading the document or use a different sample to rule out file-specific issues.
- If errors persist, review your agent's configuration or contact support.
- Performance Issues?
- Processing large batches may take longer. Start with smaller batches to ensure service responsiveness.
Best Practices
- Use high-quality scans or digital invoices for optimal extraction.
- Regularly review and validate extracted data to improve downstream workflows.
- Organize your documents into categories to keep your processing structured and efficient.