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1. Choose a Trigger

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2. Choose an Action

The event an automation performs after it's triggered

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Select a trigger from Gmail

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with Gmail, a trigger could be "New Attachment."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from Slack

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Slack, the action could be "Add Reminder."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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Send new Gmail emails as Slack channel messages

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Get an AI-generated daily digest of your emails in Slack

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Send emails from Gmail with new Slack channel messages
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gmail + Slack integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Gmail and Slack

How do I connect my Gmail account to Slack?

To connect Gmail to Slack, you can use an integration platform like ours. You need to authenticate your Gmail and Slack accounts, which allows us to access your emails and Slack channels. We'll guide you through setting permissions during setup.

Can I automatically send an email from Gmail to a specific Slack channel?

Yes, you can set up a trigger-action workflow where receiving a particular email in Gmail triggers an action to post a message in a specified Slack channel. This is configured during the integration setup.

What triggers are available when integrating Gmail with Slack?

When integrating Gmail with Slack, popular triggers include receiving a new email, receiving emails from specific senders, or when an email matches designated search criteria. Configuring these triggers helps tailor the workflow to meet your needs.

How can I get notified in Slack when I receive an important email in Gmail?

You can set a trigger for important emails in Gmail which alerts you by sending a notification message directly into your chosen Slack channel or direct message.

Are there specific actions within Slack that can be triggered by events in Gmail?

Yes, actions such as posting messages into channels, sending direct messages to users, or updating channel topics can be triggered by various events within Gmail like new emails or starred messages.

Can the integration move emails between folders based on actions taken in Slack?

While our primary focus is on communication between platforms, moving emails based on actions taken within Slack isn't typically supported due to API limitations. However, moving emails based on certain conditions met in Gmail can trigger notifications or messages in Slack.

Is it possible to customize how email notifications appear in my Slack channel?

Yes, we offer various customization options for how notifications appear when posted in your Slack channel. You can select details like including the subject line of the email, sender information, and any key highlights from the body content during your integration setup.

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Supported triggers and actions

Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.

- Label or mailbox
- Search keywords
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Label or mailbox
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Search keywords
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Label or mailbox
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Message
  Required
Action
Write

- Trigger_instructions
- Thread
  Required
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- From
- From_name
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Add signature default
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
Action
Write
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- From
- From_name
- Reply_to
- Subject
  Required
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Add signature default
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
Action
Write

- Trigger_instructions
- Thread
  Required
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- From
- From_name
- Reply_to
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
Action
Write
- Search keywords
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- From
- From_name
- Reply_to
- Subject
  Required
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Add signature default
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
Action
Search or write
New Channel
Triggers when a new #channel is created.
Trigger
Instant
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- Include_alias
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Instant
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- User Name
- Highlight Word
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
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Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- Reaction
- User
Trigger
Instant
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New User
Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.
Trigger
Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- Users
  Required
Action
Write
- Send Multi Message
- Text
  Required
- Send as a bot?
- Bot Name
- Bot Icon
- Include a link to this Zap?
- Attach Image by URL
- Auto-Expand Links?
- Link Usernames and Channel Names?
- Schedule At
- Zap_id
Action
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- Channel
  Required
- Text
  Required
- Send as a bot?
- Bot Name
- Bot Icon
- Include a link to this Zap?
- Attach Image by URL
- Auto-Expand Links?
- Link Usernames and Channel Names?
- Schedule At
- Zap_id
- Attachments
- Thread
- Send Channel Message?
Action
Write
- First Name
- Last Name
- Title
- Email
- User
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters
- Headers
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
  Required
Action
Write
Retrieve Thread Messages
This action retrieves all the messages sent to a specific thread in a selected channel.
Action
Write
Create Private Channel
This action creates a private channel in Slack.
Action
Write
Edit Message
This action updates a specific message on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, the new text for the message, and a boolean to indicate if you want to edit a bot message.
Action
Write
- Search keywords
- Sort By
- Sort Direction
Action
Search
- ID
  Required
- Return Raw Results?
Action
Search
- Bot Name
- Return Raw Results?
Action
Search

New Label
Triggers when you add a new label.
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Label or mailbox
Trigger
Scheduled
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New Starred Email
Triggers when you receive a new email and star it within two days.
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Label
- Message
  Required
Action
Write
- Recipient_instructions
- To
- Cc
- Bcc
- Subject
  Required
- From
- From_name
- Body Type
- Body
  Required
- Add signature default
- Label or mailbox
- Attachments
Action
Write
- Name of label
  Required
Action
Write
- Message
  Required
- Label or mailbox
Action
Write
- Search keywords
Action
Search
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
Trigger
Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
Trigger
Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- User Name
- Shared
Trigger
Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
Trigger
Instant
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New Saved Message
Triggers when you save a message.
Trigger
Instant
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- Text
  Required
- Remind when?
  Required
- User
Action
Write
- Channel
  Required
- Text
  Required
- Send as a bot?
- Bot Name
- Bot Icon
- Include a link to this Zap?
- Attach Image by URL
- Auto-Expand Links?
- Link Usernames and Channel Names?
- Schedule At
- Attachments
- Thread
- Send Channel Message?
- Zap_id
Action
Write
- Name of label
  Required
Action
Write
- Channel
  Required
- Topic
  Required
Action
Write
- Status Text
- Status Emoji
- Expiration Time
Action
Write
Delete Message
This action deletes an existing message in a specific channel on Slack. You need to provide the channel ID and the message timestamp as inputs.
Action
Write
Remove User from Channel
This action removes a specified user from a specified channel in Slack.
Action
Write
Find Public Channel
This action will find a public channel in Slack using either the channel's ID or name.
Action
Write
Get Message by Timestamp
This action retrieves a specific message from a conversation history in Slack using the message's timestamp.
Action
Write
- Email
- Return Raw Results?
Action
Search
- Full Name
  Required
- Return Raw Results?
Action
Search

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