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A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Organization" from Affinity.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Reaction" in Slack.
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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.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Users
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Title
Content
Channel ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Send Multi Message
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_edit_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Content Type
Reply Broadcast
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Topic
Required
Topic set by
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status Text
Status Emoji
Expiration Time
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Remove User from Channel
This action removes a specified user from a specified channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Edit Message
This action updates a specific message sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Find Public Channel
This action will find a public channel in Slack using either the channel's ID or name.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Delete Message
This action deletes an existing message in a specific channel on Slack. You need to provide the channel ID and the message timestamp as inputs.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Conversation ID
Required
Message ID (ts)
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Search Query
Required
Sort By
Sort Direction
Include Bot Messages in Search Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
ID
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Username
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
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Example actions on this page
New Organization List Entry
Add Reaction
Works with
Claude · ChatGPT · Cursor · any MCP-compatible client
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Practical ways you can use Affinity and Slack
Get notified in Slack for new client contacts in Affinity.
Zapier keeps business owners informed by sending a Slack notification every time a new person is added to their client contacts in Affinity. This saves time scouring contact lists and ensures business owners can stay on top of their growing network, improving follow-ups and relationship-building efficiency.
Project managers benefit from staying updated on newly added opportunities. When a new opportunity is created in Affinity, Zapier sends a Slack message to a dedicated channel, ensuring the team is aligned and ready to prioritize critical tasks. This streamlines communication and ensures no project goes unnoticed.
Notify the team via Slack when an organizational field value changes.
Sales Ops teams handle changing client records frequently. When a client's field value updates in Affinity (e.g., project scope or budget), Zapier notifies the designated Slack channel. This reduces miscommunication and ensures the team has the latest information to close deals effectively.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Affinity + Slack integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Affinity and Slack
What is the Affinity and Slack integration?
The Affinity and Slack integration allows you to automate workflows between Affinity and Slack using specific triggers and actions. With this integration, you can streamline communication within your team by automating alerts based on changes in your Affinity data.
How can I set up a trigger for new contacts added to Affinity?
To set up a trigger for new contacts added in Affinity, configure a 'New Contact' trigger within the integration settings. This trigger will automatically send a notification to your designated Slack channel whenever a new contact is created in Affinity.
Can I send custom alerts to Slack from Affinity?
Yes, you can send custom alerts to Slack from Affinity. By setting up specific triggers such as 'Contact Updated' or 'New Note Added,' you can customize the alerts that will be sent as direct messages or channel notifications in Slack.
Is it possible to update an Affinity record from a Slack message?
Currently, the integration supports sending information from Affinity to Slack but does not support updating an Affinity record directly from a Slack message. We are continuously working on expanding our capabilities.
What types of triggers are available for this integration?
Available triggers include actions such as 'New Contact Added', 'Contact Updated', and 'New Note Added'. These triggers help automate communication around important updates and changes within your team's workflow.
How do I configure notifications for updates in my deals pipeline?
You can configure notifications by selecting the relevant triggers such as 'Deal Stage Changed' within your deals pipeline. Set these triggers to send alerts to specific channels or team members on Slack whenever there is an update.
Will I receive duplicate notifications if multiple users set up similar triggers?
If multiple users configure similar triggers, duplicate notifications may occur. To avoid this, coordinate with your team to centralize trigger setup under shared channels where necessary.
About Affinity
Affinity is a collective intelligence CRM, helping you keep track of the people and organizations in your network.
App Builder, CRM (Customer Relationship Management), Forms & Surveys, Zapier
About Slack
Slack is a platform for team communication: everything in one place, instantly searchable, available wherever you go. Offering instant messaging, document sharing and knowledge search for modern teams.
