Wait for a browser handoff from a Slack DM
Set up a wait for a named browser event when a direct message asks for that coordination step.
Trigger
Direct Message Received
Triggered when a new direct message (DM) is sent to a user in Slack. Catches all DMs across all DM channels.
Action
Wait for Event
Tool to wait for a specific event. use when coordinating browser sessions or workflows that depend on an event signal; blocks until the event is signaled or timeout is reached.
Why this helps
People can lose focus checking repeatedly for a handoff when a browser process is expected to signal completion or readiness.
- Start waiting when a direct request names the needed event.
- Reduce repeated manual checks for a coordination signal.
- Keep the wait tied to the DM that explains the handoff.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Slack and Anchor browser to Notis once in the portal.
- 2Create an automation in the portal or ask Notis to wait for the named browser event when a DM requests that handoff.
- 3Describe the event and wait conditions in one plain-language instruction.
- 4Pick the Slack Direct Message Received trigger and choose a channel for run reports.
- 5Test with a real DM that names an event expected to be signaled.
Questions about this workflow
Does waiting create the event?
No. This action waits for a specific event to be signaled by another process or session.
What should the DM include?
It should provide enough context for Notis to identify the event to wait for, as described in your automation prompt.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Slack to Anchor browser. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Slack triggers
Anchor browser actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
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Webhook trigger
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New Channel Created Trigger
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Channel Message Received
Triggered when a message is posted in a Slack channel (public, private, or multi-party IM). Does NOT match direct messages.
End Browser Session
Tool to end a specific browser session by id. use after confirming the session id you want to terminate.
Direct Message Received
Triggered when a new direct message (DM) is sent to a user in Slack. Catches all DMs across all DM channels.
Get Profile
Tool to fetch details for a specific browser profile by id. use after you know the profile id and need its settings and session information.
Message Reaction Added
Triggered when a reaction is added to a message in Slack. Supports optional filtering by channel and emoji name.
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Message Reaction Removed
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List Agent Resources
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Reaction Added Trigger
DEPRECATED: use `SLACK_MESSAGE_REACTION_ADDED` instead. Triggered when a reaction is added to a message in Slack.
List All Sessions Status
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