An automated workflow using zapier
Connects Octoparse + Slack
Send Slack notifications for new processed Octoparse documents
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Octoparse and Slack
It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated bots 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
Octoparse and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
Diagram
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Octoparse
New Document Processed in Octoparse
Triggers when a new document is successfully parsed.
Then this action happens in 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 notifications for new processed Octoparse documents.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Octoparse and Slack to Zapier.
Create Zapier account.
Create Zapier account if you don't have one.
Connect Octoparse to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Octoparse account, using Octoparse credentials.
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 Octoparse
Choose the following trigger: New Document Processed (Triggers when a new document is successfully parsed.).
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
Configure the data that is exchanged between Octoparse 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 Send Slack notifications for new processed Octoparse documents!
Supported triggers and actions
New message in channels (instant)
New message in channels (instant)
triggerbypipedreamNew message posted to channel
Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.
triggerbyzapierNew saved message
Triggers when you save a message.
triggerbyzapierNew pushed message
Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.
triggerbyzapierNew user
Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.
triggerbyzapierpabbly-connectalbatoNew mention
Triggers when a username or highlight word is mentioned in a public #channel.
triggerbyzapier
Clear data in a task
Clears data in a task.
actionbyintegromatMake an api call
Performs an arbitrary call.
actionbyintegromatStart/stop a task
Starts or stops a task.
actionbyintegromatUpdate data status
Updates data status from "exporting" to "exported".
actionbyintegromatGet data from a task
Retrieves data from a task.
actionbyintegromatGet task parameters
Retrieves task's parameters.
actionbyintegromat
Apps you need
Octoparse is a user-friendly web scraping software that automatically extracts unstructured data from websites and transforms it into structured data sets, allowing users to export it as API, CSV, Excel, or into a database without any coding knowledge.
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 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.
