Last Update: 6/15/2022
Workflows are automated multi-step tasks or processes that start in your Slack workspace. They can be executed in Slack itself, or connect with other tools and services.
By default, any member of a Slack workspace on a paid plan can use Workflow Builder to create custom workflows.
- Choose a trigger - The trigger you pick for your workflow determines how it will start. Workflows are channel-specific, and can only be used in the channel you choose. The following are the triggers you can choose
- Attachments and shortcuts menu
- New channel member
- Emoji reaction
- Scheduled date & time
- Webhook
- Customize your workflow - Once you’ve chosen a trigger, you’ll pick the channel where the workflow will be available and be prompted to further customize your workflow
Setting up your Workflow
- Click your workspace name in the top left panel
- Select Tools from the menu
- Select Workflow Builder
- From Workflow Builder, click Create in the top right
- Enter a name for your workflow, then click Next
- Click Select next to the trigger you'd like to use
- Follow the steps for the trigger you selected to choose a channel for your workflow and finish the setup
You can also create Workflows from a customizable template available on the Workflow Builder Page