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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 Linear

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

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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Create Linear issues from new Slack channel messages
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Create Linear issues when new Slack reactions are added
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Send Slack channel messages for updated Linear issues.
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Create Linear issues from new Slack pushed messages
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Send Slack Channel Messages for New Linear Issues
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Create Linear issues when new reactions are added in Slack
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Create Linear issues from new Slack channel messages

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Create Linear issues when new Slack reactions are added

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Send Slack channel messages for updated Linear issues.

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Create Linear issues from new Slack pushed messages

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Send Slack Channel Messages for New Linear Issues

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Create Linear issues when new reactions are added in Slack

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Send channel messages in Slack for new issues created in Linear
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Send Slack channel messages for new Linear issues.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Linear + Slack integrations

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

How do I set up an integration between Linear and Slack?

To set up the integration between Linear and Slack, visit our Zapier platform and choose the Linear app as your trigger application and Slack as your action application. You will then follow a guided process to authenticate both accounts, select triggers from Linear (like 'New Issue' or 'Issue Updated'), and define actions in Slack (such as 'Send Channel Message').

What triggers are available for Linear in this integration?

Triggers available for Linear in this integration include when a new issue is created, an issue is updated, or an issue is moved to a different status or project. These triggers can help keep your team informed by sending real-time updates to a designated Slack channel.

What actions can be performed on Slack with this integration?

With this integration, you can perform actions such as sending a message to a specific channel or individual in Slack when there's activity in Linear. For example, notify your team instantly when there's a new issue created or an important update by delivering the details directly into your team's communication stream.

Do I need coding skills to integrate Linear with Slack using Zapier?

No coding skills are required to integrate Linear with Slack using our Zapier platform. The setup process is user-friendly and involves selecting pre-defined triggers and actions from simple dropdown menus.

Can I customize the notifications sent from Linear to Slack?

Yes, you can customize notifications by configuring the specific criteria under which they are sent. For instance, you can set conditions like only notifying about issues assigned to a specific team member or issues that reach critical priority levels.

Is it possible to send private messages instead of channel messages in Slack through this integration?

Yes, you have the option to send private Direct Messages (DM) to team members instead of posting them publicly within channels. Select 'Send Direct Message' as your action during the setup for more discrete notifications.

How do I troubleshoot if alerts from Linear fail to appear in Slack?

If alerts fail to appear, ensure both applications are properly authenticated within Zapier. Check that your selected triggers from Linear match active conditions and confirm that actions aligned with these triggers point correctly into intended Slack channels or users.

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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.

- Creator
- Project
- Document ID
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- Team
- Status
- Creator
- Assignee
- Priority
- Label
- Project
- Project Milestone
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Instant
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- Creator
- Project
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Instant
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- Team
- Status
- Creator
- Assignee
- Priority
- Label
- Project
- Project Milestone
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- Creator
- Project
- Team
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- Name
  Required
- Summary
- Status
- Teams
  Required
- Members
- Lead
- Priority
Action
Write
- Template
- Team
- Summary
- Parent Issue
- Status
- Assignee
- Subscriber emails
- Priority
- Estimate
- Labels
- Project ID
- Project Milestone
- Due Date
Action
Write

- Issue ID or identifier
  Required
Action
Search
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
- Optimized data
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Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
- Optimized data
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Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- Creator
- Shared
Trigger
Instant
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- Search Query
  Required
- Optimized data
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Scheduled
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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.
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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
- 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
- Comment 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 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
- Issue ID or identifier
  Required
- Optimized data
Action
Search
- Bot Name
- Optimized data
Action
Search

- Creator
- Team
- Issue ID
Trigger
Instant
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- Team
- Status
- Lead
- Initiative
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Instant
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- Creator
- Project
- Team
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Instant
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- Team
- Status
- Lead
- Initiative
Trigger
Instant
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- Issue ID
- URL
  Required
- Title
Action
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- Issue ID
- Comment Body
  Required
Action
Write
- Issue ID
  Required
- Team
- Title
- Summary
- Parent Issue
- Status
- Assignee
- Priority
- Estimate
- Labels
- Project
- Project Milestone
- Due Date
Action
Write
- Issue ID or identifier
  Required
Action
Search
New Channel
Triggers when a new #channel is created.
Trigger
Instant
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- Include_alias
Trigger
Instant
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- Creator
- Highlight Word
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
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.
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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
- File
- Thread
- Send Channel Message?
- Zap_id
Action
Write
- 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
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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.
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Write
- Email
- Optimized data
Action
Search
- Full Name
  Required
- Optimized data
Action
Search

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