Triggering Automations with Alice
Automations streamline tasks, but sometimes you need to run them on-demand with specific variables. Here's how to integrate your automations with Alice for direct control of their execution.
Prerequisites:
- Existing automation scenarios (e.g., within tools like Zapier, Make/Integromat, etc.)
- An AI assistant set up.
Steps:
- Modify Your Automation:
- Duplicate the scenario: Create a copy of your existing automation. This allows you to make changes without disrupting the original scheduled trigger.
- Remove initial trigger: Delete the trigger that normally starts your automation (e.g., a time-based trigger or a trigger from another app).
- Add a webhook trigger: Insert a webhook module as the first step in your automation. This provides a unique URL endpoint to receive data and initiate the process.
- Create an Alice Snippet:
Open Alice Snippets: Access the Snippets section within your Alice settings.
New Snippet: Create a new snippet with a descriptive name for your automation.
- Formulate your prompt: Design the prompt to collect all the necessary data points your automation needs. Use clear labels within your prompt.
- Connect Webhook and Snippet:
- Copy Webhook URL: Copy the unique URL generated for your automation's webhook trigger.
- Link in Alice Snippet: Paste the URL into your Alice snippet. Configure it to send the collected data to the webhook when the snippet is used.
- Testing and Troubleshooting
- Initiate from Alice: Use your Alice snippet to fill in the required information and execute the process.
- Monitor your Automation: Ensure your automation tool successfully receives the data and completes the intended actions.
- Debug as Needed: If errors occur, carefully review both your snippet setup and your automation workflow to pinpoint any issues.
Remember: Keep your automations as simple as possible while fulfilling their purpose. More streamlined automations make debugging and maintenance easier.