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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 CategoryAvailable TriggersPrimary Functions
Schedule-BasedSchedule (Hourly, Daily, Weekly, Monthly)Recurring automation, periodic processing, scheduled tasks
CommunicationSlack, Teams, GmailMessage-driven automation, communication flow triggers
File MonitoringGoogle Drive, OneDriveFile change detection, document processing automation
Web IntegrationWebhookReal-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.
Real-time Event Processing - Instant flow execution in response to external events through webhooks, platform notifications, and system signals. Enable immediate automation scenarios, notifications, and responsive system behavior. Platform Integration Monitoring - Monitor communication platforms like Slack, Teams, and Gmail for messages, mentions, and events. Track file system changes in Google Drive and OneDrive for document processing automation. Advanced Event Filtering - Apply conditions and filters to triggers, ensuring flows only execute when specific criteria are met. Support for complex logic, data validation, and contextual decision-making with built-in security and validation.
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.

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