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1. Choose trigger event

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1. Select the event

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Choose a trigger event

Choose a trigger

A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Code Snippet Comment" from GitLab.

Add your action

An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Attendees to Calendar Event" in Microsoft Outlook.

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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.

- Project
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- Group
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- Event
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- Project
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- Event
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- Project
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- Filter Instructions
- Merge Request Author
- Merge Request Assignee
- Comment Author
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- Group
- Project
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Polling
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- Project
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- Commit Message
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- Branch Name
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- File Action
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- File Path
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- File Contents
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- Project
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- Issue
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- Body
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- Confidential
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- Project
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- Merge Request
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- Body
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- Confidential
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- Stop on error
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- HTTP Method
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- URL
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- Query string parameters
- Additional request headers
- Body
Action
Write
- Scope
- State
- Order By
- Filter by Labels from a Group or Project?
Action
Search
- Calendar
- Time Before
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- Time Before (Unit)
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- Parent Folder
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- Child Folder
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Polling
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- Contact Folder
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Polling
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- Parent Folder
- Child Folder
- Search terms
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- Note
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Polling
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- Shared Inbox
- Parent Folder
- Child Folder
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Polling
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- Event
- Merge with existing attendees?
- Attendees
Action
Write
- Calendar
- Subject
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- Start Date & Time
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- End Date & Time
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- Location Name
- Sensitivity
- Attendees
- Is this an All Day Event?
- Description
- Show me as Free or Busy
- Is this an Online Meeting?
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- To Email(s)
  Required
- CC Email(s)
- BCC Email(s)
- Reply-To Email
- Subject
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- Body Format
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- Body
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- Attachment
- Action for Files Larger Than 150MB
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- Contact to Delete
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- Email ID
  Required
- To Recipients
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- Comment
- Send From
Action
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- Email ID
  Required
- Comment
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- From Email
- To Email(s)
  Required
- CC Email(s)
- BCC Email(s)
- Reply-To Email
- Subject
  Required
- Body Format
  Required
- Body
  Required
- Attachments
- Action for Files Larger Than 150MB
Action
Write
- Contact Folder
- Contact
  Required
- First Name
- Last Name
- EmailAddresses
- BusinessPhones
- HomePhones
- MobilePhone
- JobTitle
- CompanyName
- Department
- Business Website URL
- PersonalNotes
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
Action
Write
- Calendar
- SearchTerm
  Required
- Start Date & Time
- End Date & Time
Action
Search
- Search_info
- Search Value
  Required
Action
Search
- Calendar
- Start Date & Time
  Required
- End Date & Time
  Required
- Select Fields
Action
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- Project
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- Branch or Tag
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Polling
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- Group
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- Event
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Instant
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- Project
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Instant
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- Project
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- Event
- Job Name
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- Project
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- Event
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- Project
  Required
- Name
  Required
- Reference Branch Name
Action
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- Project
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- Title
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- Description
- Labels
- Assignee Gitlab Username
Action
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- Project
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- Title
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- Description
- Source Branch
  Required
- Target Branch
- Squash Commits
- Remove Source Branch
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- Project
  Required
- Merge Request
  Required
- Title
- Description
- Add Labels
- Remove Labels
- State
Action
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- Group
  Required
- Labels
- Scope
- State
- Order By
Action
Search
- Project
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- Labels
- Scope
- State
- Order By
Action
Search
Cancelled Calendar Event
Triggers when an event is cancelled.
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- Calendar
Trigger
Polling
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- Shared Inbox
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New Flagged Email
Triggers when a new email is flagged.
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Polling
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- Calendar
Trigger
Polling
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- Email ID
  Required
- Categories
  Required
- Mark as Read
Action
Write
- Contact Folder
- First Name
  Required
- Last Name
- EmailAddresses
- BusinessPhones
- HomePhones
- MobilePhone
- JobTitle
- CompanyName
- Department
- Business Website URL
- FileAs
- PersonalNotes
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
Action
Write
- Email ID
  Required
- To Email(s)
- CC Email(s)
- BCC Email(s)
- Reply-To Email
- Subject
- Body
- Attachment
- Action for Files Larger Than 150MB
- Reply to All
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- Event
  Required
Action
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- Email ID
  Required
- Destination Folder
  Required
Action
Write
- Draft Email ID
  Required
- Send From
Action
Write
- Event
- Subject
- Start Date & Time
- End Date & Time
- All Day Event?
- Is Online Meeting?
- Hide attendees list?
- Description
- Show me as Free or Busy
- The importance of the event
- Merge with existing attendees?
- Attendees
- Categories
- Location
Action
Write
- Stop on error
  Required
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query string parameters
- Additional request headers
- Body
Action
Write
- Contact Folder
- First Name
- Last Name
- Email
Action
Search
- Folder_info
- Folder
  Required
- Search Terms
- From Address
- Start Date
- End Date
Action
Search
- Contact Folder
- First Name
  Required
- Last Name
- Email
- BusinessPhones
- HomePhones
- MobilePhone
- JobTitle
- CompanyName
- Department
- Business Website URL
- FileAs
- PersonalNotes
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
- Street
- City
- State
- Postal Code
- Country or Region
Action
Search or write

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Frequently Asked Questions about GitLab + Microsoft Outlook integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with GitLab and Microsoft Outlook

How do I set up the integration between GitLab and Microsoft Outlook?

To set up the integration, you need to create a Zap using our platform. Start by choosing GitLab as the trigger app and selecting a specific event, such as 'New Merge Request'. Then, select Microsoft Outlook as your action app and choose an action like 'Send Email'. Follow the step-by-step instructions in our interface to connect your accounts and configure the details of your workflow.

Can I receive Outlook emails when certain events happen in GitLab?

Yes, you can configure the integration to send you an email via Microsoft Outlook whenever a specific event occurs in GitLab. For instance, you can receive an email notification whenever a new issue is created or when a merge request is approved.

What triggers are available for GitLab in this integration?

In this integration, you can use various triggers from GitLab like 'New Issue', 'New Merge Request', or 'Issue Closed'. These triggers allow you to automate actions in Microsoft Outlook based on specific events happening within your GitLab projects.

What actions can be performed with Microsoft Outlook through this integration?

The integration allows several actions with Microsoft Outlook such as 'Send Email', 'Create Event' on your calendar, or even creating new tasks based on activities from GitLab. This helps in keeping your team informed and organized.

Is it possible to automate calendar events in Outlook from GitLab updates?

Absolutely. You can set a trigger for a particular event in GitLab, like a merge request being merged, and automate creating an event in your Microsoft Outlook calendar. This ensures that all relevant stakeholders are reminded of key project milestones.

Can I customize the information sent from GitLab to Outlook?

Yes, during setup you have the option to customize what information is passed from GitLab to Microsoft Outlook. This could include specific details about commits or issues or summaries about code changes. Tailor these settings according to what’s most relevant for your communication needs.

Do I need any technical knowledge to integrate GitLab with Microsoft Outlook?

No technical knowledge is necessary. Our platform provides an intuitive interface that guides users through each step of setting up integrations. You'll find it easy to select triggers and actions without needing programming skills.

About GitLab

GitLab is an open source code collaboration tool with a rich feature set including management of repositories, reviewing tools, issue tracking, activity feeds and much more.

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