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Differences between "Webhook Trigger" and "Trigger with Interval"

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📝 Overview

In the app triggers, you may see two types:

  • Trigger labeled "Webhook” or "Webhook start"

  • Triggers without this label

This guide explains the differences between these trigger types and when to use each.


🪝 “Webhook” Triggers

Instant Execution (Near Real-Time)

When the trigger action happens, Flowbot starts almost immediately.

It's best for real-time automation, where you need an instant response.

Example:

A new card is newly created in Trello and Flowbot immediately starts processing it.

⏳ Triggers with Interval

Scheduled Execution

These triggers require you to set an interval for checking updates.

At each interval, Yoom checks if a trigger action has occurred before starting Flowbot.

If no trigger action is detected, Flowbot does not run.

📍 Example:

A Google Sheets row is updated multiple times, but you only need to process it once per hour instead of every minor change.

Best Use Case:

✔️ Prevents Flowbot from triggering too many times for minor updates.

✔️ Ideal when multiple changes happen in a short period and only the latest one matters.

☝️ Note:

If a trigger only supports Webhook start, the interval setting won't be displayed.


🔎 When Should You Use Each Type?

✔️ Use "Webhook Start" if:

  • You need Flowbot to run immediately when an event happens.

  • Example: A form submission triggers a Flowbot instantly.

✔️ Use "Trigger with Interval" if:

  • You want to avoid too many triggers in a short time.

  • Example: A database record is updated multiple times, but you only need to process it once per hour.


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