What are Triggers?
Triggers are the automation catalysts that initiate flow execution based on various events, schedules, and external signals. They transform reactive flows into proactive automation systems by monitoring for specific conditions and automatically starting flows when those conditions are met.Triggers bridge the gap between manual flow execution and fully automated
systems, enabling flows to respond to real-world events, time-based schedules,
and external system changes without human intervention.
Available Trigger Types
| Trigger Category | Available Triggers | Primary Functions |
|---|---|---|
| Schedule-Based | Schedule (Hourly, Daily, Weekly, Monthly) | Recurring automation, periodic processing, scheduled tasks |
| Communication | Slack, Teams, Gmail | Message-driven automation, communication flow triggers |
| File Monitoring | Google Drive, OneDrive | File change detection, document processing automation |
| Web Integration | Webhook | Real-time response, external system integration, instant processing |
Each trigger type handles authentication, event filtering, and data formatting
automatically, enabling seamless integration with external platforms and
services.
Core Capabilities
Schedule-Based Automation - Configure flows to run automatically on specific schedules including hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly intervals. Support for custom timing, timezone handling, and flexible scheduling patterns to match business requirements.Schedule triggers handle timezone conversions, daylight saving transitions,
and business day scheduling automatically, ensuring reliable recurring
automation across different time zones and calendar requirements.
Trigger execution frequency and capabilities may be subject to rate limits
imposed by external platforms. Ensure proper error handling and monitoring for
robust automation flows.
Next Steps
- Learn about Inputs & Outputs
- Explore Flow Design
- Understand Platform Automation
- Check out the Platform