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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Issue" from Jira Software Server.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Reminder" in Slack.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jira Software Server + Slack integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Jira Software Server and Slack
Can Jira Software Server be integrated with Slack?
Yes, our platform allows you to integrate Jira Software Server with Slack seamlessly, enabling more productive communication between teams.
What triggers can be used to automate tasks between Jira Software Server and Slack?
You can set up triggers based on various Jira events such as issue creation, issue status changes, or new comments, which can send automatic messages or alerts to designated Slack channels.
How do I receive notifications in Slack when a priority in Jira changes?
We provide configurable triggers where you can set rules so that anytime an issue's priority is updated in Jira, a notification containing the relevant details is sent directly to your chosen Slack channel.
Is it possible to create a new Jira issue from Slack?
Yes, you can configure actions that enable the creation of new issues in Jira right from your Slack workspace by running specific slash commands or through direct messaging with our bot.
How can team members get updates on assigned tasks via Slack?
By setting up specific triggers on task assignments in Jira, we ensure individuals or entire channels receive updates whenever someone assigns a task or when tasks are updated. This helps keep everyone informed without leaving the conversation in Slack.
Can I control which projects' updates are sent to different Slack channels?
Absolutely. You have the flexibility to customize which project activities and updates should be routed to specific channels in your Slack workspace by selecting the relevant project filters while setting up triggers.
Are users required to have both apps open simultaneously for them to synchronize?
No need. Once set up, our integration operates without requiring both apps active at all times. It syncs data as per the triggers and actions configured within your workflow setup automatically between both platforms.
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Project ManagementSupported 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.
- ProjectRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- New Issue Type
Triggers when you add a new issue type.
Try ItTriggerPolling - New Project
Triggers when a project is added.
Try ItTriggerPolling - IssueRequired
- UserRequired
ActionWrite
- JqlRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- New Priority
Triggers when you add a new priority.
Try ItTriggerPolling - ProjectRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- IssueRequired
- FileRequired
ActionWrite
