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Reordering Agent Statuses in Zendesk

Discover the future plans for reordering agent statuses in Zendesk and when to expect this feature.

Can I reorder the list of agent statuses in Zendesk?

Reordering the list of agent statuses in Zendesk is not currently possible. However, this feature is included in Zendesk's strategic roadmap and is expected to be available in the future.

The development of this feature is planned for the fourth quarter of the year, with a focus on careful development and quality assurance. Stay tuned for announcements from Zendesk regarding this update.


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Can I edit a custom unified agent status in Zendesk?

Yes, you can edit a custom unified agent status in Zendesk, but not the default ones. Custom statuses can be modified at any time, but changes won't affect agents currently using that status until they set it again. To edit a custom status, go to…

How do I delete a custom unified agent status in Zendesk?

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Is it possible to automatically set an agent to online when they log into Zendesk?

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Can I report on the time agents spend in each status in Zendesk?

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Can I hide default agent statuses in Zendesk?

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