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Freshdesk
1. Choose trigger event
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2. Choose action
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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Ticket" from Freshdesk.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Create Channel" in Microsoft Teams.
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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 Ticket
Triggers when there is a new ticket is created in Freshdesk.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Team Member(s)
Required
Message Text Format
Message Text
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Team
Required
Channel Name
Required
Description
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Send To
Required
Approver
Adaptive Card JSON
Required
Approve Button Label
Decline Button Label
Approval ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Team
Required
Channel
Required
Message Text
Required
Message Text Format
Importance
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Send To
Required
Message Text (Optional)
Card Type
Required
Add Message Context to Buttons
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Chat
Required
Message ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Info
Display Name
First Name
Last Name
Mobile Phone
Business Phone
About Me
Birthday
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Team
Required
Channel ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Chat ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Search by
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
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Example actions on this page
Add Notes to a Ticket
Create Channel
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Practical ways you can use Freshdesk and Microsoft Teams
Notify teams of ticket updates.
When a support ticket is updated in Freshdesk, Zapier can send a message to a specified Microsoft Teams channel. This automation improves communication by making sure team members remain informed and can respond faster to changes in ticket status.
Stay on top of customer concerns by triggering a Microsoft Teams message when a new Freshdesk ticket is created. This allows marketing teams to track potential brand issues, detect trends, or assess the efficacy of campaigns in real time.
When a note is added to a Freshdesk ticket, Zapier can post an update in Microsoft Teams. This ensures project stakeholders stay in the loop without needing to manually check on ticket statuses, saving time and reducing communication gaps.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Freshdesk + Microsoft Teams integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Freshdesk and Microsoft Teams
How do I set up the integration between Freshdesk and Microsoft Teams?
To set up the integration, navigate to the Freshdesk marketplace and install the Microsoft Teams app. After installing, configure your triggers such as ticket creation or updates, which you want to push notifications from Freshdesk into your chosen Teams channel. Ensure that both applications are authenticated.
Which triggers are available with this integration?
Our integration supports various triggers like new ticket creation, ticket updates, ticket status changes in Freshdesk. These can initiate actions in Microsoft Teams such as sending notification messages to specified channels.
Can I customize notifications sent to Microsoft Teams?
Yes, our integration allows you to customize the content of notifications. You can select what information from each ticket will be displayed in your Teams channels when an event is triggered in Freshdesk.
What actions can be initiated in Microsoft Teams through this integration?
You can trigger actions such as sending a message to a channel in Microsoft Teams when specific events occur in Freshdesk like a new issue being logged or an update on existing tickets.
Do I need administrative privileges to install the integration?
Yes, administrative privileges are typically required both within Freshdesk and for your Microsoft Teams environment to install and authorize the app integrations properly.
Is it possible to have different triggers for different Teams channels?
Absolutely! You can configure distinct triggers for different channels within Microsoft Teams based on your sorting needs like department-specific notifications from Freshdesk tickets.
Are there any prerequisites before initializing this integration?
Before initiating the integration, ensure that you have active accounts with both Freshdesk and Microsoft Teams. Additionally, confirm that both platforms have proper permissions enabled for third-party integrations within their respective settings.
About Freshdesk
Freshdesk is an online helpdesk software with multiple channel customer service to support customers across email, phone, chat, web, Twitter and more.
Microsoft Teams is the hub for teamwork in Office 365 that integrates all the people, content, and tools your team needs to be more engaged and effective.
