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Practicalities of Omnichannel Communication in Zendesk

Understand the practicalities of using omnichannel communication in Zendesk, allowing seamless switching between messaging and email.

What are the practicalities of using omnichannel communication in Zendesk?

Using omnichannel communication in Zendesk allows agents to switch seamlessly between messaging and email within the same ticket. This flexibility ensures that agents can follow the customer's preferred communication channel, enhancing the customer experience. Opting into Messaging by brand is a good practice to manage communication effectively across different channels.


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How can I send follow-up messages in Zendesk Messaging instead of email notifications?

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