Some of these features mirror what users can do in Slack clients: To make this magic happen, every Slack app has access to a bag of tricks - a range of APIs that provide access to read, write, and update all kinds of data in Slack. Slack apps: go beyond automation using APIsĪpps have access to the full scope of the platform, paving the way for more enhanced, custom, and powerful experiences in Slack. If you want greater customization and extensibility, read on to learn about apps and the surfaces in which they appear. You can build custom workflows from within Slack, or start off with templates like daily stand-ups or request triaging. A step can perform a basic task such as post a message into a conversation or prompt a user for short-form information in a modal. Or they could be automatic, like scheduled dates and times, or posting to a webhook. They may be user-invoked actions, like selecting a shortcut or reacting with an emoji. Workflows are built with Workflow Builder using a limited set of triggers and steps. Slack workflows are no-code solutions that automate routine tasks in Slack. Workflows: automate routine actions, no code needed

Read on to learn more and decide the best route for you. You can use workflows and apps on their own, or combine them as your needs demand.

Slack apps use a range of APIs to access much deeper levels of customization.

Workflows provide a no-code solution to automate routine tasks, using predefined triggers and steps.

The Slack platform offers a couple of different routes to automate and enhance your Slack workspaces:

We'll point you in the right direction to learn even more about each piece along the way. Keep reading to get an overview of our platform's features.

Slack integrations