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Triggers and Actions

Learn about the building blocks of automation: triggers that start rules and actions that execute.

6 min readUpdated December 2024

Automation rules consist of two main components: triggers and actions. Triggers determine when a rule should run, while actions define what happens when the trigger fires.

Common Triggers

Triggers are events that start your automation rules. Choose from a variety of triggers to match your workflow needs.

  • Card moved - When a card moves to a specific column.
  • Card created - When a new card is added to the board.
  • Due date reached - When a card's due date arrives.
  • Tag added - When a specific tag is applied to a card.

Common Actions

Actions are what happen when your trigger conditions are met. You can chain multiple actions together for complex workflows.

  • Move card - Automatically move the card to another column.
  • Add tag - Apply a tag to the card.
  • Assign member - Add a team member to the card.
  • Send notification - Alert team members via email or in-app.
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Tip
Chain multiple actions together for complex workflows that handle everything automatically.

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