Facebook Groups
Slack
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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Facebook Groups + Slack

Send Slack channel messages for new photos in a Facebook Group

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Facebook Groups and Slack

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated scripts using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.

Facebook Groups and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

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Send Slack channel messages for new photos in a Facebook Group
Workflow diagram: Facebook Groups + Slack integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Facebook Groups

Facebook Groups

New Photo in Facebook Groups

Triggers when a new event is created for a group.

Then this action happens in Slack

Slack

Send Channel Message in Slack

Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose. Can also schedule a message for later.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Send Slack channel messages for new photos in a Facebook Group.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Facebook Groups and Slack to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Facebook Groups to Zapier.

    Connect Facebook Groups to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Facebook Groups account, using Facebook Groups credentials.

  • Connect Slack to Zapier.

    Connect Slack to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Slack account, using Slack credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Zapier.

  • Set up a Trigger action for Facebook Groups

    Set up a Trigger action for Facebook Groups

    Choose the following trigger: New Photo (Triggers when a new event is created for a group.).

  • Then set up an Action for Slack

    Then set up an Action for Slack

    Choose this action: Send Channel Message (Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose. Can also schedule a message for later.).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between Facebook Groups and Slack.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Send Slack channel messages for new photos in a Facebook Group!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Slack

    New message in channels (instant)

    New message in channels (instant)

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  • Slack

    New message posted to channel

    Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.

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  • Slack

    New saved message

    Triggers when you save a message.

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  • Slack

    New pushed message

    Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.

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  • Slack

    New user

    Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.

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  • Slack

    New mention

    Triggers when a username or highlight word is mentioned in a public #channel.

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  • Facebook Groups

    Post message

    Creates a new message post in a group's feed

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  • Facebook Groups

    Create a post

    Creates a new post in a group.

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  • Facebook Groups

    Post photo

    Creates a new photo post in a group's feed

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  • Facebook Groups

    Upload a photo

    Uploads a photo.

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  • Facebook Groups

    Get a post

    Returns a post specified by its ID.

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  • Facebook Groups

    Get post reactions

    Returns number of reactions for a specified post.

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Apps you need

Facebook Groups

Facebook Groups

Social Networks

Dedicated Space for Group Communication and Collaboration

Connect and communicate with people who share your interests using Facebook Groups. Create groups for family, friends, clients, or hobbies.

Slack

Slack

Team Chat

A cloud-based platform for team communication and collaboration

Slack is the go-to platform for modern teams seeking seamless communication and collaboration. With everything in one easily searchable place, including channels, integrations, and tools, Slack keeps your team aligned and productive.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

No-code automation service

Zapier simplifies busy people's lives by automating web app data transfers, reducing tedious tasks, and allowing teams to collaborate effortlessly. With over 5,000 popular apps connected, it's never been easier to streamline your workflow.