An automated workflow using integromat
Connects Facebook + HTTP + Slack
Post new Facebook videos to Slack
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Facebook, HTTP, and Slack.
It can be build using Integromat, a no-code workflow automation tool. Integromat 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.
Categories
Facebook, HTTP and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than integromat:
Diagram
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Facebook
Watch Videos in Facebook
Triggers when a new video is added.
Then these actions happen in Slack and Slack
Get a file in HTTP
Downloads a file from a given URL.
Upload a File in Slack
Creates or uploads a file.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Post new Facebook videos to Slack.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Facebook, HTTP and Slack to Make.com.
Create Make.com account.
Create Make.com account if you don't have one.
Connect Facebook to Make.com.
Give Make.com access to your Facebook account, using Facebook credentials.
Connect HTTP to Make.com.
Give Make.com access to your HTTP account, using HTTP credentials.
Connect Slack to Make.com.
Give Make.com 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 Make.com.
Set up a Trigger action for Facebook
Choose the following trigger: Watch Videos (Triggers when a new video is added.).
Then set up an Action for HTTP
Choose this action: Get a file (Downloads a file from a given URL.).
Then set up another Action for Slack
Choose this action: Upload a File (Creates or uploads a file.).
Part III
Test and Publish
Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.
Customize data flow
Configure the data that is exchanged between Facebook, HTTP and Slack.
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 Post new Facebook videos to Slack!
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Apps you need
The Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) is an app layer protocol in the Internet protocol stack, used for all modern web-based applications and beyond.
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.
Make.com (Integromat) is a powerful automation tool that enables users to connect their favorite apps, services, and devices without any coding skills. With its unique features, users can automate even complex integrations easily and efficiently, saving time and effort. Integromat allows to connect apps and automate processes in a few clicks.
