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Using Triggers for Email Threading in Zendesk

Explore the limitations of using triggers for email threading in Zendesk. Learn about current capabilities and how to request new features.

Can I use triggers to thread emails based on the subject in Zendesk?

Currently, Zendesk does not support threading emails based on the subject using triggers. While triggers can check ticket subjects for specific words, they cannot cross-reference subjects with existing tickets.

If you need this functionality, consider posting a feature request in the Zendesk community. This could be a useful addition for many users, allowing more control over email threading based on subject lines.


More related questions

Why do emails thread to the wrong ticket in Zendesk?

Emails may thread to the wrong ticket in Zendesk due to matching message-IDs. When a new email is received, Zendesk checks the message-ID. If it matches an existing ticket, the email is added as a comment to that ticket, regardless of the support…

How can I check the message-ID to solve email threading issues?

To solve email threading issues, you can check the message-ID in the email headers. Open the original message that started the ticket and any subsequent threaded messages. Select 'Source' under the subject line to view the header data. Look for the…

What happens if email threading data is older than 30 days?

Email threading data older than 30 days won't be available for making thread connections. Zendesk keeps threading header data for 30 days. If an email response to an existing thread is older than this, the data needed to connect it to the original…

How does Zendesk handle email replies without the original message-ID?

Zendesk requires the original message-ID for processing email replies as comments on existing tickets. If the message-ID is missing, the email may not thread correctly. The References header can be used, but it might result in errors like…

What should I do if emails are threading incorrectly despite unique message-IDs?

If emails are threading incorrectly despite having unique message-IDs, check the SMTP headers for any discrepancies. Sometimes, other header fields like In-Reply-To or References might cause threading issues. Download the original email source and…

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