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Suggest Craftmypdf templates from Slack DMs

Make private template decisions fast and focused.

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

List PDF Templates

Tool to retrieve a paginated list of PDF templates. Use when you need to browse available templates before generating a PDF.

Why this helps

People delay document work because they are unsure which template fits their request.

  • Reduce decision friction
  • Provide options in the requester conversation
  • Avoid unnecessary portal navigation

Setup

Build it in a few focused steps.

  • 1Connect Slackbot and Craftmypdf once in Notis.
  • 2Create an automation for private template selection requests.
  • 3Tell Notis to list matching templates and explain the best fit using the DM context.
  • 4Pick Direct Message Received as the trigger.
  • 5Choose where reports go and test with one template question.

Questions about this workflow

Can it filter templates by a keyword?

Yes, if the DM includes the document type or purpose to search for.

Does it create an editor session?

No. Use the editor session action in a separate workflow when a link is needed.

When this happens · Trigger

Do this · Action

Supported Triggers and Actions

Notis builds workflows that link Slackbot to Craftmypdf. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.

Slackbot triggers

Craftmypdf actions

Recurring trigger

Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.

TriggerScheduled

Create Editor Session

Tool to create an embeddable editor session URL for a template. Use when you need to embed the PDF editor for a specific template.

ActionInstant

Webhook trigger

Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.

TriggerInstant

Create PDF Asynchronously

Tool to queue asynchronous PDF generation via webhook. Use when you need to generate a PDF in the background and receive the result via a webhook.

ActionInstant

New Channel Created Trigger

Triggered when a new channel is created in Slack.

TriggerInstant

List PDF Templates

Tool to retrieve a paginated list of PDF templates. Use when you need to browse available templates before generating a PDF.

ActionInstant

Channel Message Received

Triggered when a message is posted in a Slack channel (public, private, or multi-party IM). Does NOT match direct messages.

TriggerInstant

Direct Message Received

Triggered when a new direct message (DM) is sent to a user in Slack. Catches all DMs across all DM channels.

TriggerInstant

Message Reaction Added

Triggered when a reaction is added to a message in Slack. Supports optional filtering by channel and emoji name.

TriggerInstant

Message Reaction Removed

Triggered when a reaction is removed from a message in Slack. Supports optional filtering by channel and emoji name.

TriggerInstant

Reaction Added Trigger

DEPRECATED: use `SLACK_MESSAGE_REACTION_ADDED` instead. Triggered when a reaction is added to a message in Slack.

TriggerInstant

Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.

Slackbot and Craftmypdf, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.

When this happens · Trigger

Do this · Action

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