Start queued eBay research from a task
Mark research ready in Todoist and let Notis start the matching collection.
Trigger
New Task Created
Trigger when a new task is added to Todoist.
Action
Start Collection
Tool to start processing a collection's queued requests. Use after creating or pausing a collection to initiate its queued requests.
Why this helps
Queued research sits idle when the final start step is easy to forget.
- Connects readiness to execution
- Reduces forgotten queued runs
- Keeps launch intent in Todoist
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Todoist and Countdown api in Notis once.
- 2Create an automation for starting approved collections.
- 3Tell Notis to start the collection referenced by each new ready-to-run task.
- 4Choose Todoist New Task Created as the trigger.
- 5Choose a report channel and test with one real ready task.
Questions about this workflow
What if the task does not identify a collection?
Add the collection identifier or naming context to the task before relying on the automation.
Does this create requests?
No. It starts queued requests already in the collection.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Todoist to Countdown api. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Todoist triggers
Countdown api actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
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Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
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New Task Created
Trigger when a new task is added to Todoist.
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Start Collection
Tool to start processing a collection's queued requests. Use after creating or pausing a collection to initiate its queued requests.
Update an existing collection
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Tool to create a destination. Use when you need to set up a new destination for results or notifications.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Todoist and Countdown api, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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