Keep parsed follow-ups in the existing Canvas thread
Carry a parsed update into the conversation where the people involved are already discussing it.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Add conversation message
Adds a follow-up message to an existing conversation.
Why this helps
Updates extracted from new messages can split a conversation across tools when someone has to locate the original Canvas thread and repost them.
- Keep related updates in one Canvas conversation
- Reduce manual thread searching and reposting
- Make clear follow-up easier to send
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Airparser and Canvas once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, or tell Notis from any channel.
- 3Describe which parsed updates belong in an existing conversation and how to identify the thread.
- 4Pick the Notis webhook trigger and choose where run reports should go.
- 5Test with one real update and confirm the message appears in the intended thread.
Questions about this workflow
Does this start a new conversation?
No. This action adds a message to an existing Canvas conversation. Use the conversation details in your instruction.
Can it send a message when the thread is uncertain?
Tell Notis to report uncertain thread matches for review before sending.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Airparser to Canvas. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Airparser triggers
Canvas actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Create account notification
Creates a notification for the Canvas account.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
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Creates an appointment group with schedulable time slots.
Add conversation message
Adds a follow-up message to an existing conversation.
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Creates an assignment in a Canvas course.
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Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Airparser and Canvas, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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