Answer a Slack DM with recent Cutt.ly links
A request for a short link can start a focused lookup of recently shortened URLs, helping you respond with less context switching.
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
View Last Shortened URLs
This action retrieves a list of recently shortened urls from your cutt.ly account. it allows users to view their latest shortened links and their details. note: due to api limitations, this action may not return all historical urls. for complete history, please use the cutt.ly dashboard.
Why this helps
A quick DM question can turn into a distracting search through multiple tools and message threads.
- Turns a DM request into a clear lookup prompt.
- Reduces interruptions caused by manual dashboard searches.
- Makes recent link details easier to share in a timely reply.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Slack and Cutt.ly to Notis once through the portal.
- 2Create an automation in the portal or ask Notis in plain language.
- 3Give one instruction to retrieve recent Cutt.ly URLs when a DM asks for a short link and prepare a concise answer.
- 4Choose the Slack direct-message trigger and the channel where Notis should report runs.
- 5Test with a real DM asking for a recent short link.
Questions about this workflow
Will every DM trigger this workflow?
The provided DM trigger catches new direct messages; the instruction should explain which requests call for a link lookup.
Can it shorten a URL requested in the DM?
No. The available Cutt.ly action retrieves recent shortened URLs; it does not create one.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Slack to Cutt ly. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Slack triggers
Cutt ly actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
View Last Shortened URLs
This action retrieves a list of recently shortened urls from your cutt.ly account. it allows users to view their latest shortened links and their details. note: due to api limitations, this action may not return all historical urls. for complete history, please use the cutt.ly dashboard.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
New Channel Created Trigger
Triggered when a new channel is created in Slack.
Channel Message Received
Triggered when a message is posted in a Slack channel (public, private, or multi-party IM). Does NOT match direct messages.
Direct Message Received
Triggered when a new direct message (DM) is sent to a user in Slack. Catches all DMs across all DM channels.
Message Reaction Added
Triggered when a reaction is added to a message in Slack. Supports optional filtering by channel and emoji name.
Message Reaction Removed
Triggered when a reaction is removed from a message in Slack. Supports optional filtering by channel and emoji name.
Reaction Added Trigger
DEPRECATED: use `SLACK_MESSAGE_REACTION_ADDED` instead. Triggered when a reaction is added to a message in Slack.
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Slack and Cutt ly, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
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