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Introduction

Slack plugin allows you to automate interactions with your Slack workspace. This documentation covers the configuration and usage of the POST_MESSAGE action, enabling you to post messages to specific Slack channels.

Post Message Action

The POST_MESSAGE action allows you to send messages to a specified Slack channel. This is useful for automating notifications, updates, and communication within your team.

Configuration​

When selecting the POST_MESSAGE action, you need to provide the following configurations directly within the WeHub Dashboard:

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Label​

Input a label for this action to identify it within your workflows.

Connections​

Select an existing connection to your Slack workspace or create a new connection.

Channel ID​

Input the ID of the Slack channel where the message will be posted.

Configuration Steps​

1- Label:​

Provide a descriptive label for this action. For example, "Daily Standup Reminder".

2- Connections:​

Select an existing Slack connection from the dropdown menu. If no connection exists, click on "Select a connection" and follow the prompts to authorize WeHub with your Slack workspace.

3- Channel ID:​

Input the ID of the Slack channel where you want the message to be posted. To find the Channel ID, right-click on the channel name in Slack, select "Copy link", and extract the Channel ID from the URL (https://slack.com/app_redirect?channel=<Channel ID>).

Example Configuration​

In the configuration interface, fill in the fields as follows:

1- Label​

Type Daily Standup Reminder.

2- Connections​

Select SlackConnection1 from the dropdown.

3- Channel ID​

Type C1234567890.

Example Scenario​

Scenario​

You want to set up an automated message to be posted in your team’s Slack channel every morning as a standup reminder.

Configuration Input​

  • Label: Daily Standup Reminder
  • Connections: Select your authorized Slack connection.
  • Channel ID: C1234567890

After configuring, you can define the content of the message within the WeHub interface. The platform will handle sending the message based on the configuration you've provided.

Conclusion

The Slack plugin's POST_MESSAGE action is a powerful tool for automating communication within your Slack workspace. By configuring the label, connection, and channel ID within the WeHub Dashboard, you can easily set up automated messages to keep your team informed and engaged. Ensure to keep your configurations up-to-date and secure, especially when handling sensitive connection information.

If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, please refer to the mywehub.io support documentation or contact our support team.