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Actions and Triggers

When this happensTriggers

A trigger is an event that starts a workflow.

New Event

New Event

Triggered when a new event is performed.

New File

New File

Trigger when a new file add to folder.

New Folder

New Folder

Triggers when you add a new folder

Task Assigned to you

Task Assigned to you

Triggered when you are assigned a task

New Comment

New Comment

Triggers when someone comments on a file in a folder you own/collaborate on.

Fetch New Posts

Fetch New Posts

Retrieve posts created on the Discourse forum since the specified recent time (returns posts from the last N minutes).

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Do thisActions

Action is the task that follows automatically within your Box integrations.

Create Folder

Create Folder

Create a new folder at the path you specify

Add Comment to file

Add Comment to file

Adds a new comment to a file

Add Task to File

Add Task to File

Adds a task to a file

Add User as Collaborator

Add User as Collaborator

Add an individual user as collaborator on a folder

Move/Copy file

Move/Copy file

Moves or copies file from one folder to another

Create Post

Create Post

Add a post to Discourse — reply to an existing topic or start a new topic with a title and category.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start an integration between Box and Discourse?

To start, connect both your Box and Discourse accounts to viaSocket. Once connected, you can set up a workflow where an event in Box triggers actions in Discourse (or vice versa).

Can we customize how data from Box is recorded in Discourse?

Absolutely. You can customize how Box data is recorded in Discourse. This includes choosing which data fields go into which fields of Discourse, setting up custom formats, and filtering out unwanted information.

How often does the data sync between Box and Discourse?

The data sync between Box and Discourse typically happens in real-time through instant triggers. And a maximum of 15 minutes in case of a scheduled trigger.

Can I filter or transform data before sending it from Box to Discourse?

Yes, viaSocket allows you to add custom logic or use built-in filters to modify data according to your needs.

Is it possible to add conditions to the integration between Box and Discourse?

Yes, you can set conditional logic to control the flow of data between Box and Discourse. For instance, you can specify that data should only be sent if certain conditions are met, or you can create if/else statements to manage different outcomes.

Box

About Box

Box is a cloud-based content management and file-sharing platform designed for businesses and individuals. It enables users to store, share, and collaborate on documents and files securely. Box is widely used for document management, file sharing, and team collaboration in both small businesses and large enterprises.

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Discourse

About Discourse

Discourse is a modern forum solution that facilitates community discussions, Q&A, and social interactions. It offers a range of features including real-time notifications, moderation tools, and customizable themes to enhance user engagement.

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