Trello
Slack
ifttt

An automated workflow using ifttt

Connects Trello + Slack

Automatically share completed Trello tasks to a Slack channel

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Trello and Slack

It can be build using Ifttt, a no-code workflow automation tool. Ifttt 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.

Trello and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than ifttt:

Diagram

Automatically share completed Trello tasks to a Slack channel
Workflow diagram: Trello + Slack integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Trello

Trello

Card added to list in Trello

This Trigger fires every time a card is added to a specified list.

Then this action happens in Slack

Slack

Post to channel in Slack

This Action will post a message to the channel you choose in Slack.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Automatically share completed Trello tasks to a Slack channel.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Trello and Slack to IFTTT.

  • Create IFTTT account.

    Create IFTTT account.

    Create IFTTT account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Trello to IFTTT.

    Connect Trello to IFTTT.

    Give IFTTT access to your Trello account, using Trello credentials.

  • Connect Slack to IFTTT.

    Connect Slack to IFTTT.

    Give IFTTT 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 IFTTT.

  • Set up a Trigger action for Trello

    Set up a Trigger action for Trello

    Choose the following trigger: Card added to list (This Trigger fires every time a card is added to a specified list.).

  • Then set up an Action for Slack

    Then set up an Action for Slack

    Choose this action: Post to channel (This Action will post a message to the channel you choose in Slack.).

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 Trello 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 Automatically share completed Trello tasks to a Slack channel!

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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    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New saved message

    Triggers when you save a message.

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New pushed message

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

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New user

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

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    triggerbyzapierpabbly-connect
  • Slack

    New mention

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

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Trello

    Create card

    Adds a new card on a specific board and list.

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  • Trello

    Create a card

    This Action will create a card on the specified list in specified board.

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    actionbyiftttintegromat
  • Trello

    Create board

    Creates a new board.

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    actionbyzapierautomateiointegrately
  • Trello

    Move card to list

    Moves a specific card to a list on a specific board.

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    actionbyzapierintegratelypipedream
  • Trello

    Create comment

    Writes a new comment on a specific card.

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    actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connect
  • Trello

    Get a card

    Retrieves a card by ID.

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Apps you need

Trello

Trello

Task Management

A team collaboration tool that lets you manage projects and tasks

Trello is an easy-to-use collaboration tool that helps you organize your projects, no matter the size. With boards, lists, and cards, you can prioritize tasks and stay on top of everything from the big picture to the smallest details. Connect with your team in real-time and integrate with other key tools for seamless cross-team collaboration.

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.

IFTTT

IFTTT

Automation Platforms

An automation service with a simple formula - IF This Then That

IFTTT helps to create applications connections with a simple statement: if this then that. For example: "Tweet your Instagrams as native photos on Twitter". You define a task by a trigger and an action.