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Assigning Tickets Based on Chat Handling

Learn how to assign support tickets in Zendesk based on the agent who handled the chat, ensuring continuity in support.

How can I assign support tickets based on the agent who handled a chat?

In Zendesk, you can assign support tickets based on the agent who handled a chat by configuring settings in the Chat dashboard. Choose to assign tickets to the first or last agent who interacted with the chat. This setting ensures that the right agent follows up on the conversation, maintaining continuity in customer support.


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