Update a DocsAutomator automation from a request
Describe the settings to change in a request and let Notis initiate the update in DocsAutomator.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Update Automation
Updates settings for an existing automation.
Why this helps
Small changes to a document workflow can get delayed when the update requires a separate manual task.
- Start an update when an HTTP request arrives.
- Update only the fields included in the request.
- Use the action for supported properties such as title, template link, locale settings, or activation status.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Abstract and DocsAutomator once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Notis and instruct it to update the identified DocsAutomator automation with the settings in the request.
- 3Choose a webhook trigger that starts the run when an HTTP request arrives.
- 4Choose where Notis should send run reports.
- 5Test with one real example and confirm the requested settings were updated.
Questions about this workflow
Will omitted settings be changed?
No. Only the fields included in the update request are updated.
Can this update any DocsAutomator property?
The listed examples include title, template link, locale settings, and activation status. Keep the instruction to supported properties and the fields you intend to update.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Abstract to Docsautomator. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Abstract triggers
Docsautomator actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Create Automation
Creates a document automation.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Delete Automation
Permanently deletes an automation and all associated data; this cannot be undone.
Duplicate Automation
Duplicates an automation, appending “COPY” to the copy’s title.
Get Automation Details
Retrieves details about an automation, including its configuration and template.
Get Queue Statistics
Retrieves current document generation queue statistics for the workspace.
List Automations
Lists automations in the workspace with their basic details.
List Signing Sessions
Lists signing sessions.
Send Test Email
Sends a test email with a sample PDF attachment to check email delivery.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Abstract and Docsautomator, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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