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Select a trigger from Ignition

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with Ignition, a trigger could be "Proposal Accepted."

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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Post messages in Slack for proposals accepted in Ignition
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Create Slack channels for accepted Ignition proposals
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Create notes in Maximizer and send Slack channel messages when clients accept new services in Ignition
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Send Slack direct messages when new proposals are saved as drafts in Ignition
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Send private channel messages in Slack when proposals are accepted in Ignition
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Send channel messages in Slack when proposals move to awaiting acceptance in Ignition
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Post messages in Slack for proposals accepted in Ignition

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Create Slack channels for accepted Ignition proposals

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Create notes in Maximizer and send Slack channel messages when clients accept new services in Ignition

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Send Slack direct messages when new proposals are saved as drafts in Ignition

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Send private channel messages in Slack when proposals are accepted in Ignition

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Send channel messages in Slack when proposals move to awaiting acceptance in Ignition

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Handle accepted proposals in Ignition with custom actions in Slack
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Send Slack messages each time proposals are saved as drafts in Ignition
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ignition + Slack integrations

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

How can I set up an Ignition integration with Slack?

To set up an Ignition integration with Slack, you need to navigate to the Zapier dashboard and create a new Zap. Select Ignition as your trigger app and Slack as the action app. You can then choose specific triggers in Ignition—like project updates or new task assignments—that will prompt actions in Slack, such as sending a channel message or creating a catch-up reminder.

What types of Ignition triggers are compatible with Slack?

Compatible Ignition triggers include project milestones being reached, new tasks assigned, or when comments are added to a project. These can trigger actions in Slack like notifying team members or updating project channels with the latest changes.

Can I customize the messages sent from Ignition to Slack?

Yes, you can customize messages sent from Ignition to Slack by editing the action settings within your Zap setup. This includes selecting which details from Ignition updates are included in your Slack notifications and how they are formatted.

Is it possible to send direct messages on Slack using an Ignition trigger?

Indeed, our integration allows you to send direct messages in Slack using specific Ignition triggers. Simply select 'Send Direct Message' as your action step when configuring your Zap.

Are there any limitations when integrating Ignition with Slack?

There may be limitations based on available APIs for both platforms. For example, some advanced automation might require custom solutions if they're not natively supported by either Ignition or Slack through Zapier.

How often do triggers between Ignition and Slack run?

Triggers typically run based on the Zapier plan you select. For most users, Zaps check for new data every 5-15 minutes depending on their plan tiers. Instant triggers will execute as soon as an event occurs.

Do I need technical expertise to set up the integration between Ignition and Slack?

No technical expertise is required to set up this integration. Our intuitive interface guides you through connecting apps and selecting actions without needing coding knowledge.

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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.

Proposal Accepted
Triggers when a proposal is accepted.
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Proposal Completed
Triggers when a proposal is completed. Does not work with Classic proposals.
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Proposal Moved to Awaiting Acceptance
Triggers when a draft proposal is moved to awaiting acceptance. Does not work with Classic proposals.
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Proposal Saved as Draft
Triggers when a proposal is moved to draft state. Does not work with Classic proposals.
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Service Accepted by Client
Triggers for each service in an accepted proposal. As an example, if a client accepts a proposal containing three services, this will trigger three times - once for each of the services.
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- Trigger for Bot Messages?
- Optimized data
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- Channel
  Required
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
- Optimized data
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- Channel
  Required
- User Name
- Shared
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- Search Query
  Required
- Optimized data
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Scheduled
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- Channel
  Required
- Reaction
- User
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New User
Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.
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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
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
- Zap_id
- File
- 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
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 sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
Action
Write
- Search Query
  Required
- Sort By
- Sort Direction
Action
Search
- ID
  Required
- Optimized data
Action
Search
- Bot Name
- Optimized data
Action
Search

Proposal Archived
Triggers when a proposal is archived. Does not work with Classic proposals.
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Proposal Marked as Lost
Triggers when a proposal is marked as lost. Does not work with Classic proposals.
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Proposal Revoked
Triggers when a proposal is revoked. Does not work with Classic proposals.
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Classic Proposal State Changed
Triggers when a proposal's state changes. Only works with Classic proposals
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- Client Name
  Required
- Default Contact Name
  Required
- Default Contact Email
  Required
- Default Contact Salutation
- Default Contact Addressee
- Default Contact Phone
- Default Contact Mobile
- Tags
- Notes
- Partner Email
- Manager Email
- Company Address Line
- Company Address City
- Company Address Region
- Company Address Post Code
- Company Address Country
- Company Postal Address Line
- Company Postal Address City
- Company Postal Address Region
- Company Postal Address Post Code
- Company Postal Address Country
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New Channel
Triggers when a new #channel is created.
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- Include_alias
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- User Name
- Highlight Word
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
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- Channel
  Required
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
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New Saved Message
Triggers when you save a message.
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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
- File
- Thread
- Send Channel Message?
- Zap_id
Action
Write
- Channel Name
  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
- Optimized data
Action
Search
- Full Name
  Required
- Optimized data
Action
Search

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About Ignition

Ignition makes it simple to engage clients, get paid and run your business on autopilot. From impressive online proposals to automated engagement letters and payments, we free you up to focus on what matters most.

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