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Webhook and app triggers start tasks when an external event occurs. Use a webhook for a custom system. Use an application trigger when Eigent provides a guided integration for the event source.

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Create a webhook trigger

  1. Open Scheduled.
  2. Select Create.
  3. Enter a trigger name and task prompt.
  4. Select App.
  5. Choose Webhook.
  6. Select the HTTP method.
  7. Configure optional execution settings.
  8. Create the trigger.
Eigent generates the webhook URL after creation.
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Call the webhook

Use the generated URL from the external service. A simplified request can look like: 
curl -X POST "https://example.com/api/your-webhook-url" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"event":"new_record","id":"123"}'
The real URL and accepted payload depend on the deployment and trigger configuration. Treat the URL as a credential. Do not commit it to a public repository.

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Configure execution limits

For event-driven triggers, configure:
  • Maximum executions per hour
  • Maximum executions per day
  • Authentication or verification values
  • Other dynamically loaded provider settings
Rate limits reduce the impact of loops or high-volume events.

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Create a Slack trigger

  1. Install and authenticate the Slack connector.
  2. Create a new App trigger.
  3. Select Slack.
  4. Complete the dynamically loaded event configuration.
  5. Enter the task prompt.
  6. Save and activate the trigger.
A pending-authentication state means additional verification is required.

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Use event data in the task

Write the trigger prompt so the agent understands:
  • What the event represents
  • Which fields are relevant
  • What output to create
  • Where to send or store the result
  • When to stop or request review

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Review and retry executions

Use execution logs to review event receipt, task creation, completion, and errors. Retry only after fixing the underlying model, credential, prompt, or connector issue.
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Troubleshooting

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The webhook returns an error

Confirm the method, URL, authentication, and deployment base address.

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The event creates too many tasks

Deactivate the trigger, add hourly and daily limits, and fix the external event rule.

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Slack remains pending authentication

Reconnect Slack and complete the required verification fields.