Get oriented when a new data source appears
A new data source can bring a new process. Open the guidance that helps you make sense of it while the setup is fresh.
Trigger
Data Source Created
Triggers when a new Notion data source is created. Fires workspace-wide. The payload's `data.parent` carries the data source's tree parent (typically the teamspace) for downstream filtering. A single template-based database creation can fire multiple `data_source.created` events at once — one per data source the template instantiates.
Action
Navigate to URL
Always start here: creates browser session and navigates to url. workflow: navigate() → fetchwebpage() → manual interactions → verify print debugurl to user | success rate: 99%
Why this helps
New workspace structures often create setup questions that remain open until someone searches for answers.
- Make it easier to start configuring a new data source.
- Bring relevant setup references into view.
- Reduce the cost of switching from workspace organization to research.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Notion and Browser tool to Notis once in the portal.
- 2Create an automation in the portal or ask Notis to set it up conversationally.
- 3In one instruction, tell Notis which guidance to open when a new data source is created.
- 4Choose Data Source Created and select a channel for run reports.
- 5Test with a new data source that represents a real workflow.
Questions about this workflow
What does this event detect?
It fires when a new Notion data source is created, including when a template creates several data sources.
Can I use it for a new database container?
A database container has a distinct Database Created event. Data Source Created is for a data source added to a workspace.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Notion to Browser tool. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Notion triggers
Browser tool actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Copy Selected Text
Copy currently selected text on the page to clipboard - ideal for extracting highlighted content, copying form data, or harvesting visible text selections.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Drag and Drop
Execute precise drag and drop operations - essential for file uploads, list reordering, element moving, and complex ui interactions that require drag-based manipulation.
All Page Events
Triggers when any Notion page is created or updated across the workspace.
Fetch Webpage Content
Your eyes: get page content for decision-making. use before: actions (find targets, understand state) use to verify: page transitions, major state changes, when actions seem to fail format: html=find elements | markdown=clean content | success rate: 99%
Comment Created
Triggers when a new comment is created in Notion. Optional `page_id` filter scopes to comments on a specific page. When omitted, fires for any new comment in the workspace the integration has access to. Requires the 'Read comments' capability on the Notion integration. If a connection was authorized before that capability was enabled, the user must re-authorize the connection for comment events to flow.
Get Clipboard Content
Read current content from the system clipboard - essential for data transfer workflows, extracting copied text, and reading user-copied data for processing.
New Comment
Triggers when a new comment is added to a specified Notion block or page.
Keyboard Shortcut
Execute keyboard shortcuts and key combinations - essential for copy/paste, navigation, and application commands that agents need for efficient browser automation.
Database Created
Triggers when a new Notion database (the container) is created. A database is the post-2025-09-03 container that holds one or more data sources. This trigger fires for the container's creation event (`database.created`), distinct from `NOTION_DATASOURCE_CREATED` which fires when a new data source is added to an existing database. Most customers calling Notion's `POST /v1/databases` (the legacy API) or creating a database via the Notion UI will see this event. Adding a new data source to an existing database fires `data_source.created` instead — use `NOTION_DATASOURCE_CREATED` for that. Notion's payload puts `entity.type: "block"` (the container is a `child_database` block in the content tree) and `entity.id` is the database id.
Mouse Click
Precision clicker: manual clicking with coordinates. pattern: fetchwebpage(html) → find element → estimate coordinates → click → verify hints: center buttons ~(640,350) | nav/header ~y=150 | content ~y=300-500 tip: try ±50px if first click misses | success rate: 85%
Data Source Created
Triggers when a new Notion data source is created. Fires workspace-wide. The payload's `data.parent` carries the data source's tree parent (typically the teamspace) for downstream filtering. A single template-based database creation can fire multiple `data_source.created` events at once — one per data source the template instantiates.
Mouse Double Click
Execute a precise double click at specified screen coordinates - ideal for opening files, selecting text, or activating ui elements that require double click gestures.
Data Source Schema Updated
Triggers when a Notion data source's schema is updated. Fires on column add / remove / rename. Payload includes `data.updated_properties: [{id, name, action}]` so consumers can discriminate the kind of change downstream. Optional `data_source_id` filter scopes to schema changes on a single data source. When omitted, fires for any schema change in the workspace the integration has access to. Note: adding a column also fires `page.properties_updated` once per existing row in the data source. Customers wanting a single structural-change signal should use this trigger.
Mouse Down (Press and Hold)
Press and hold mouse button at coordinates - use for starting custom drag operations, text selections, or long-press interactions. must be followed by mouseup action to complete.
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