Get a shared URL classification reference from Slack
When a link-review thread needs classification context, ask in the channel and retrieve X-Force's URL categories.
Trigger
Channel Message Received
Triggered when a message is posted in a Slack channel (public, private, or multi-party IM). Does NOT match direct messages.
Action
Get URL Category List
Tool to retrieve the complete list of URL categories from IBM X-Force Exchange. Use when you need to understand available URL classification categories used by XFE.
Why this helps
Repeatedly searching for the same classification reference adds friction to link review.
- Makes the URL category list available on demand.
- Reduces repeated navigation during link reviews.
- Gives the channel a consistent classification reference.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect the two integrations to Notis once.
- 2Create the automation in the portal or ask Notis conversationally.
- 3Describe in one prompt that Notis should retrieve X-Force URL categories when requested in the link-review channel.
- 4Choose the Slack channel message trigger and a report destination channel.
- 5Test by posting a real request for URL category context.
Questions about this workflow
Does it inspect the link in the message?
No. The available action retrieves the category list, not an analysis of the message's URL.
Can I keep this in one channel?
Yes. Describe the intended channel context in the instruction and select the channel message trigger.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Slack to IBM X-Force Exchange. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Slack triggers
IBM X-Force Exchange 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
Triggered when a new channel is created in Slack.
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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.
Get URL Category List
Tool to retrieve the complete list of URL categories from IBM X-Force Exchange. Use when you need to understand available URL classification categories used by XFE.
Direct Message Received
Triggered when a new direct message (DM) is sent to a user in Slack. Catches all DMs across all DM channels.
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Message Reaction Added
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Message Reaction Removed
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Reaction Added Trigger
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