Adding Custom Fields to Zendesk Bots
How do I add a custom ticket field to a Zendesk conversation bot?
To add a custom ticket field to a Zendesk conversation bot, go to the Admin Center, click on 'Channels' in the sidebar, and select 'Bots and automations > Bots'. Click 'Manage bots' and choose the bot you want to edit. Under the 'Answers' tab, select the answer you want to edit or create a new one.
In the 'Ask for details' step, search for your custom field by title and select it. Finally, add a 'Transfer to agent' step with a bot message and publish your bot. This ensures that the custom field is included in the bot's interaction with customers.
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