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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.
Triggers when a new contact is added or modified in Zoho. If you are on a paid plan for the Zoho CRM then it is advisable to use New/Updated Module Entry (Instant) trigger.
Triggers when a new lead is added or modified in Zoho. If you are on a paid plan for the Zoho CRM then it is advisable to use New/Updated Module Entry (Instant) trigger.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Lead
Required
Notify lead owner
Notify new entity owner
Account ID
Overwrite
Contact ID
Assign to
Move Attachments to
Create a new deal
Contact Tags
Account Tags
Deal Tags
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Module
Required
Layout
Required
Entry ID
Required
Trigger
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Module
Required
Layout
Required
Trigger
duplicate check fields
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Module
Required
Field name
Required
Value
Required
Optional_copy
Field name 2
Value 2
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Module
Required
Field name
Required
Value
Required
Optional_copy
Field name 2
Value 2
Layout
Required
Trigger
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search or write
Find existing data in your app, or create a new record if no data is found
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Add Attachment
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Practical ways you can use Gmail and Zoho CRM
Add lead emails from Gmail to Zoho CRM
When a new email arrives in your Gmail inbox from specific domains or with certain keywords, Zapier adds the sender as a lead in Zoho CRM. This automation helps to centralize potential customer data, reduce manual data entry, and ensure no lead is overlooked.
When Zoho CRM triggers an email, Zapier automatically labels the email in Gmail with a specified tag. This helps IT teams efficiently sort communications coming from CRM systems and focus on high-priority tasks.
Every time a new lead is added to Zoho CRM, Zapier sends a notification email to your Gmail. This ensures that marketing teams can stay updated on potential prospects without needing to manually check the CRM, enabling faster follow-up.
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