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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Comment" from Box.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Attendees to Calendar Event" in Microsoft Outlook.
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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.
- New Comment
Triggers when someone comments on a file in a folder you own/collaborate on.
Try ItTriggerPolling - FolderRequired
- Share
Try ItTriggerPolling- Task Assigned to You
Triggered when you are assigned a task.
Try ItTriggerPolling - File_idRequired
- MessageRequired
ActionWrite
- Event
Triggers when a new event is performed (this is the activity stream).
Try ItTriggerPolling - FolderRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- EmailRequired
- FolderRequired
- RoleRequired
ActionWrite- FolderRequired
- FileRequired
- Name
- Share
ActionWrite
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Frequently Asked Questions about Box + Microsoft Outlook integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Box and Microsoft Outlook
How can I integrate Box with Microsoft Outlook using Zapier?
To integrate Box with Microsoft Outlook, we provide an easy setup through our platform. You'll need to create a Zap that defines a trigger, such as 'New File in Folder' in Box, and an action in Outlook, like 'Send Email' or 'Create Draft Email'. With these triggers and actions, you can automatically send files uploaded to Box directly to your email contacts.
What triggers are available for Box in Zapier?
Some of the key triggers available for Box include 'New File', 'File Updated', and 'New Folder'. These triggers allow you to kickstart various actions within Microsoft Outlook, such as sending notifications or organizing emails around these events.
What actions can be performed in Microsoft Outlook through Zapier?
Through Zapier, once you've received a trigger from Box, you can perform several actions in Microsoft Outlook. Actions include creating a new contact, sending an email, creating a draft message, or even adding events to your calendar based on file activities.
Is it possible to attach files from Box directly into my Outlook emails automatically?
Yes, by setting up the appropriate Zap. You can automatically attach files from Box into your emails when certain actions occur. For example, you could set it so every time there's a new document added to a specified folder in Box, it gets attached and sent via email from your Outlook account.
Can I use Zapier to organize emails based on Box file updates?
Absolutely! By utilizing the 'File Updated' trigger in Box with the action of 'Create Draft Email' or organizing them into specific folders in Outlook, you can keep track of changes and ensure corresponding emails are filed accurately.
How do file permissions affect integrations between Box and Outlook?
File permissions set within Box will be respected during any integration processes. If your files have restricted access settings within Box, those same restrictions will apply when trying to automatic distributions via email through our system.
Are there limitations on the types of files that can be sent from Box using Zapier?
We support sending most standard file types that are compatible between the two platforms. However, certain proprietary formats not recognized by either platform may face limitations or require specific setups within your Zaps for successful transfer.
