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Increase Messages in passControl Beyond Default

Learn how to include more messages in a passControl by using the first_message_id in the metadata object of your API call.

How can I get more messages in a passControl than the default amount?

You can include more messages in a passControl by using thefirst_message_idin the metadata object of your API call.

When you make a passControl call, there's an optional key calledmetadatathat you can use to pass data to the receiving system. This includes setting ticket, user, or organization fields, and defining which message is the first one included in the ticket. By specifying thefirst_message_id, you can control how many messages are included when the conversation is passed from your bot to Zendesk. For more details, check out theSwitchboard integration for Zendesk.


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What is the role of the metadata field in a passControl API call?

The metadata field in a passControl API call allows you to pass additional data to the receiving system. This field is optional but highly useful as it lets you set ticket, user, or organization fields. More importantly, it allows you to define…

Can I include fewer messages in a passControl than the default amount?

Yes, you can include fewer messages in a passControl by adjusting thefirst_message_idin the metadata object. Thefirst_message_idallows you to specify which message should be the first one included in the ticket. By setting this ID, you can…

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