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A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Customer" from Linear.

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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Contact to Campaign" in Salesforce.

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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 Customer
Triggers when a new customer is created.
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- Creator
- Project
- Document ID
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- Creator
- Team
- Issue ID
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Instant
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- Team
- Status
- Lead
- Initiative
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Instant
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- Creator
- Project
- Team
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Instant
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Updated Customer Need
Triggers when a customer request is updated.
Trigger
Instant
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- Team
  Required
- Status
- Creator
- Assignee
- Priority
- Label
- Project
- Project Milestone
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- Creator
- Project
- Team
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- Name
  Required
- Domains
- External IDs
- Revenue
- Size
- Tier ID
Action
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- Issue
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Title
Action
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- Issue
  Required
- Comment Body
  Required
Action
Write
- Issue
  Required
- Label
  Required
Action
Write
- Customer ID
  Required
Action
Search
- Issue Name
  Required
- Team
Action
Search
- Project ID or project slug ID
  Required
Action
Search
New Contact
Triggers when a new Contact is created.
Trigger
Polling
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- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Record (Optional)
Trigger
Polling
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New Outbound Message
Triggers when a new outbound message is received in Salesforce.
Trigger
Instant
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- Disclaimer
- Salesforce Object
  Required
Trigger
Polling
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- Campaign
  Required
- Contact
  Required
Action
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- Campaign
  Required
- Lead
  Required
Action
Write
- Lead
  Required
- Account
  Required
- Opportunity
- Create new opportunity?
- Converted Status
  Required
Action
Write
- Parent Object
  Required
- Use Assignment Rules
Action
Write
- Note Title
  Required
- Note Content
  Required
- Salesforce Object
Action
Write
- Use Assignment Rules
Action
Write
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Use Assignment Rules
- Allow Duplicates
Action
Write
- Warning
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Record ID
  Required
Action
Write
- Report
  Required
- Include details
- Number of custom filters
- Row groupings
- Column groupings
- Summary calculations
- Detail columns
- Sort order
- Report format
- Advanced report options
Action
Write
- Contact to Update
  Required
Action
Write
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Record to Update
  Required
- Use Assignment Rules
Action
Write
- Stop on error
  Required
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query string parameters
- Additional request headers
- Body
Action
Write
- SOSL Query
  Required
Action
Search
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Search Value
  Required
- Second Field to Search By
- Second Search Value
- Search Operator
Action
Search
- Salesforce Object
  Required
Action
Search
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Record ID
  Required
Action
Search
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- SOQL WHERE Clause
  Required
- Sort by
- Sort Order
- Maximum Number of Records
- Use Assignment Rules
- Allow Duplicates
Action
Search or write

New Customer Need
Triggers when a new customer request is created.
Trigger
Instant
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- Creator
- Initiative
Trigger
Instant
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- Team
  Required
- Status
- Creator
- Assignee
- Priority
- Label
- Project
- Project Milestone
Trigger
Instant
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- Creator
- Project
Trigger
Instant
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Updated Customer
Triggers when a customer is updated.
Trigger
Instant
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- Creator
- Initiative
Trigger
Instant
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- Team
- Status
- Lead
- Initiative
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- Issue
  Required
- Label
  Required
Action
Write
- Customer ID
- External Customer ID
- Issue ID
- Attachment ID
- Attachment URL
- Body
- Priority
Action
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- Name
  Required
- Summary
- Content
- Status
- Teams
  Required
- Members
- Lead
- Priority
Action
Write
- Template
- Team
  Required
- Description
- Parent Issue
- Status
- Assignee
- Subscriber emails
- Priority
- Estimate
- Labels
- Project
- Project Milestone
- Due Date
Action
Write
- Issue ID
  Required
- Team
- Title
- Description
- Parent Issue
- Status
- Assignee
- Priority
- Estimate
- Labels
- Project
- Project Milestone
- ClearFieldHelpText
- Due Date
Action
Write
- Issue ID or identifier
  Required
Action
Search
- Issue ID or identifier
  Required
Action
Search
New Case Attachment
Triggers when a new Attachment is added to a case.
Trigger
Polling
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- History Object
  Required
Trigger
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New Lead
Triggers when a new Lead is created.
Trigger
Polling
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- Salesforce Objects
  Required
Trigger
Polling
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- Salesforce Object
  Required
Trigger
Polling
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- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Record
  Required
- File
  Required
- Visibility
  Required
Action
Write
- Path after /services/apexrest/
  Required
- HTTP method
  Required
- Query parameters
- Extra headers
- Request body
- Timeout
Action
Write
- File
  Required
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Description
- Attachment visibility
Action
Write
Create Contact
Creates a new contact.
Action
Write
- File
  Required
- Title
- Description
- Salesforce Object
Action
Write
- Note Title
  Required
- Note
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Note Visibility
- Use Assignment Rules
Action
Write
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Use Assignment Rules
- Allow Duplicates
Action
Write
- Flow
  Required
- Manual flow input parameters
Action
Write
- To
  Required
- CC
- BCC
- Subject
  Required
- Email Format
  Required
- Sender Type
  Required
Action
Write
- Lead to Update
  Required
- Use Assignment Rules
Action
Write
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Record to Update
  Required
- Use Assignment Rules
Action
Write
- Query Type
  Required
- Include Deleted Records
Action
Search
- Parent Object
  Required
Action
Search
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- SOQL WHERE clause
  Required
Action
Search
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- SOQL WHERE Clause
  Required
- Sort by
- Sort Order
- Maximum Number of Records
Action
Search
- Salesforce Object
  Required
- Search Value
  Required
- Second Field to Search By
- Second Search Value
- Search Operator
- Use Assignment Rules
- Allow Duplicates
Action
Search or write

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Trigger Linear and Salesforce actions from backend services, scripts, or agent code.

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await zapier.runAction({ /* linear / salesforce action */ });

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Practical ways you can use Linear and Salesforce

Track Salesforce leads as Linear issues

When a new lead is created in Salesforce, Zapier creates a corresponding issue in Linear. This workflow allows engineers to stay aligned with incoming sales leads that require technical collaboration or input, saving time and tracking progress efficiently.

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Sync project updates to Salesforce

When an updated project update is logged in Linear, Zapier automatically updates the corresponding record in Salesforce. This ensures IT teams maintain consistent project data across platforms to enhance visibility and reduce communication lags.

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Create Salesforce leads for customer requests

When a new customer need is created in Linear, Zapier auto-generates a Salesforce lead. This bridges the gap between engineering and sales, ensuring every customer request is tracked for follow-up opportunities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Linear + Salesforce integrations

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What is required to integrate Linear with Salesforce?

To integrate Linear with Salesforce, you need active accounts with both platforms. You'll also require our platform to connect them and establish triggers and actions. Ensure you have appropriate permissions in both applications to set up integrations.

How do I create a trigger for the integration between Linear and Salesforce?

To create a trigger, identify the event in Linear that should initiate an action in Salesforce, such as 'New Issue' or 'Issue Updated'. Use our platform to set this trigger so that when the specified event occurs in Linear, it automatically prompts an action you've defined in Salesforce.

Can I customize the actions performed in Salesforce when a Linear trigger occurs?

Yes, actions can be customized based on your workflow requirements. For instance, when a new issue is created in Linear, you can configure it to automatically create or update a record in Salesforce—like linking it to an existing project or task.

What are some common triggers available when integrating Linear with Salesforce?

Common triggers include events like 'New Issue', 'Issue Updated', and 'Issue Closed' in Linear. These triggers can be used to automate actions within Salesforce according to your needs.

Is real-time syncing possible between Linear and Salesforce through this integration?

Yes, real-time syncing is possible as our platform supports instant trigger-action pairs. This ensures that any changes made in Linear or actions needed in Salesforce happen immediately and automatically.

Can I set up multiple actions for a single trigger when using this integration?

Absolutely, you can configure multiple actions for a single trigger. For example, on creating a new issue in Linear, you might want to update several records across different departments within Salesforce simultaneously.

How do I troubleshoot if the integration between Linear and Salesforce stops working?

If the integration halts unexpectedly, first check connection statuses on both platforms through our interface. Look for any updates or permission changes needed. Reviewing logs can also provide insights into any specific errors causing disruptions.

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Connect Linear and Salesforce to power AI-driven automation

Launch your first automated workflow

Create new Linear customers from updated Salesforce records

Create issues in Linear from updated Salesforce records

Create new Linear issues from new Salesforce records

Create new Linear customers from updated Salesforce records

Create issues in Linear from updated Salesforce records

Create new Linear issues from new Salesforce records

Top companies trust Zapier to automate work that solves their unique business problems—no coding required.

How Zapier works

Choose a trigger

Add your action

You’re connected!

Supported triggers and actions

Use Linear and Salesforce with AI agents and code

Connect via Zapier MCP

Call from code with the Zapier SDK

Zapier is the automation platform of choice for 87% of Forbes Cloud 100 companies in 2023

Practical ways you can use Linear and Salesforce

Track Salesforce leads as Linear issues

Sync project updates to Salesforce

Create Salesforce leads for customer requests

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