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Finding Slack Member IDs for @mentions in Zendesk

Learn how to find and use Slack member IDs for @mentions in Zendesk side conversations. Enhance communication with accurate user tagging.

How do I find a Slack member ID for @mentions in Zendesk?

To find a Slack member ID for @mentions in Zendesk, go to the agent's profile in Slack. Click the options menu and select Copy member ID. This ID can then be used in angle brackets, like <@U1H63D8SZ>, to mention users in Slack side conversations within Zendesk.


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How do I create a side conversation using Slack in Zendesk?

To create a side conversation using Slack in Zendesk, you need to open a ticket and access the context panel. From there, click the Side conversations icon and then the plus sign (+). Select Slack as the conversation type, enter the Slack channel,…

Can I delete a Slack side conversation in Zendesk?

Yes, you can delete a Slack side conversation in Zendesk, but only if you are the agent who created it or an administrator. To delete, open the ticket, access the context panel, and click the Side conversations icon. Select the conversation you…

What are the limitations of using Slack side conversations in Zendesk?

Slack side conversations in Zendesk have a few limitations. Ticket comments must be 1,000 characters or less to be inserted into a Slack side conversation. While Slack @mentions are supported, they don't autocomplete, requiring you to enter the…

How do I ensure Slack side conversations work correctly in Zendesk?

To ensure Slack side conversations work correctly in Zendesk, make sure your bot and external users are invited to a Slack Connect channel owned by your workspace. If they are invited to a channel owned by an external workspace, side conversations…

What happens to Slack side conversations if messages are deleted in Slack?

If messages are deleted in Slack, the deletions are reflected in the side conversations within Zendesk. This means that any message edited or deleted in Slack will also be updated in the corresponding Zendesk ticket. However, messages added to the…

Can I use Slack side conversations with multiple workspaces in Zendesk?

Yes, you can use Slack side conversations with multiple workspaces in Zendesk. When you have multiple Slack workspaces connected, the workspace name will appear after the channel name in the list of available channels. This allows you to manage…

What should I do if the link between Zendesk and Slack breaks?

If the link between Zendesk and Slack breaks, you can still open and view side conversations in a ticket, but you won't be able to send or receive updates through that Slack channel. This can happen if the Zendesk app is removed from a Slack…

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