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Intro to Integration for Slack

The integration for Slack connects your 5day.io account to Slack workspace, enabling seamless two-way sync between project updates and team communication. The 5day.io bot delivers all configured 5day.io notifications into Slack, while the /5day.io slash command lets you create tasks instantly from any message.

Why Integration is Important​

Integrating 5day.io with Slack eliminates the gap between where your team talks and where work gets done.

  • Capture action items instantly: Turn a “we should do X” into a task in seconds.
  • Stay notified in flow: Get task assignments, due dates, comments, and status changes right in Slack.
  • Reduce app switching: No more copying links or retyping context.
  • Keep everyone aligned: Stakeholders see updates in channels they already watch.

Perfect for agile teams, remote crews, or anyone using Slack as their collaboration hub.

Key Features of the Integration​

5day.io Bot for Notifications​

The app for Slack pushes all relevant 5day.io notifications into Slack:

  • Task assignments & mentions
  • Due date reminders
  • Status changes
  • New comments
  • Custom alerts

Create Task via Slash Command​

Use /5day.io in any channel, group DM, or direct message to create tasks on the fly. Supports full task details: title, description, assignee, due date, priority, labels, and more.

Other References​

To connect your Slack account with 5day.io, refer Connect Slack account.

To create task via Slack, refer Create task via Slack