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How to Add Tags to a Macro in Zendesk

Learn the steps to add tags to macros in Zendesk for better tracking and reporting.

How do I add tags to a macro in Zendesk?

Adding tags to a macro in Zendesk is a simple process that helps you track macro usage. To do this, go to the Admin Center, click the Workspaces icon, and select Agent workspace > Macros.

From there, you can either add a new macro or edit an existing one. In the editing page, select 'Add tags' from the Actions section and input your desired tag. If you want to use multiple tags, separate them with spaces. Once done, click 'Create' or 'Save'. Now, whenever the macro is triggered, the specified tag will be added to the ticket.


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How can I report on macro usage in Zendesk using tags?

To report on macro usage in Zendesk, you can add tags to your macros and then generate reports based on these tags. This method allows you to track how often specific macros are used by analyzing the tags added to tickets when a macro is triggered….

What do I need to start reporting on macros using tags in Zendesk?

To start reporting on macros using tags in Zendesk, you'll need a few things in place. First, ensure you have Zendesk Explore Professional or Enterprise, as well as Editor or Admin permissions. You'll also need access to ticket and agent data in…

Can I create a report to see how many times a macro was used in a week?

Yes, you can create a report to see how many times a macro was used in a week by using tags in Zendesk Explore. First, ensure your macro adds a specific tag to tickets when used. In Explore, create a new report using the Support - Tickets dataset….

Is it possible to report on which agents applied a specific macro?

Currently, Zendesk does not natively support reporting on which agents applied a specific macro using the available attributes in Explore. However, you can track macro usage by adding a custom field to track macro application and then use the…

How can I filter out inactive or deleted macros in my reports?

In Zendesk, reports on macros rely on the tags added by the macros rather than the macros themselves. Therefore, it's not possible to directly filter out inactive or deleted macros in your reports. To manage this, ensure that your reports focus on…

Can I report on when a particular tag was added to a ticket?

Yes, you can report on when a particular tag was added to a ticket by using the Support: Updates History dataset in Zendesk Explore. This involves creating a calculated metric to identify tickets with the specific tag. To do this, create a…

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