Slack Thread Messages Export

The Slack Thread Messages Export automation enables you to extract thread messages from specific Slack channels or conversations. This is a valuable tool for founders, companies, sales managers, marketers, and growth hackers who want to analyze conversation patterns, extract insights, or document key discussions. TexAu streamlines this process with features like Google Sheet export, desktop automation, and cloud-based execution. Follow this step-by-step guide to set up and run the automation.

Step 1: Connect to Slack with TexAu

Log in to your TexAu account at v2-prod.texau.com. Connect your slack account. Click Add Account and select slack. Choose one of these secure connection methods:

1. Use one of two connection methods:
   • Share via Magic Link: A secure and fast way to connect your slack account by receiving a login link in your email.
   • Add Account via Extension: Log in through TexAu’s built-in browser extension for a manual setup.

Tip: Use Magic Link for a quicker and more secure connection.

Step 2: Log in to the TexAu App and Locate the Automation

Navigate to the Automation Store and search for Slack Thread Messages Export. This tool allows you to extract messages from Slack threads efficiently.

Step 3: Choose Cloud or Desktop Automation

Select your preferred execution mode for the automation:

• Cloud:  Automate tasks on TexAu’s servers using built-in proxies. Add a custom proxy anytime via Settings > Preferences > Proxies.
• Desktop: Run the automation on your local device using your IP address to simulate manual posting.
  Tip: Running the automation in Desktop mode saves cloud runtime credits and provides more control over execution.

Step 4: Select Your Input Source

TexAu allows you to automate the extraction of messages from Slack based on specific keywords, making it easier to analyze and use relevant conversations.

Single Input

Use this option to search and extract messages from Slack using specific keywords.

• Account: Select the Slack account to use for the search.
• Slack Workspace: Choose the workspace where the search will be conducted.
• Search Keywords: Enter the keywords for the message search.
• Extract Limit (Optional): Specify the maximum number of messages to extract (up to 5,000).

Google Sheets

Use this option to extract Slack messages for multiple searches from a spreadsheet.

1. Connect Your Google Account
   Click Select Google Account to link or choose an existing account. Use Add New Google Sheet Account if required.
2. Select Your Spreadsheet
   Click Open Google Drive to locate the Google Sheet. Choose the spreadsheet and specific sheet where the input data is stored.
3. Adjust Processing Options
   Number of Rows to Process (Optional): Define how many rows to process.
   Number of Rows to Skip (Optional): Skip rows if needed.
4. Provide Input Details
   • Slack Workspace: Ensure the sheet contains the required workspace details.
   • Search Keywords: Add keywords for the search in the respective column.
5. Enable Additional Features
   Use Loop Mode to restart from the beginning of the sheet after processing all rows.

Process a CSV File

Use this option for static lists of Slack searches to perform.

• Upload the File
  Click Upload CSV File to import the file containing Slack workspaces and search keywords. Verify the data in the preview.
• Adjust Processing Settings
  Number of Rows to Process (Optional): Set the number of rows for processing.
  Number of Rows to Skip (Optional): Define how many rows to skip.
• Provide Input Details
  • Slack Workspace: Ensure the workspaces in the CSV file are valid.
  • Search Keywords: Add keywords for the search in the CSV file

Step 5: Schedule the Automation (Optional)

Use the Schedule feature to run the automation at specific times or intervals. Click Schedule and choose the start date, time, and recurrence frequency:

• None
• At Regular Intervals (e.g., every 6 hours)
• Once
• Every Day
• On Specific Days of the Week (e.g., every Tuesday)
• On Specific Days of the Month (e.g., the 1st and 15th)
• On Specific Dates (e.g., December 25)

Tip: Scheduling automations ensures regular updates of your Slack thread data without manual intervention.

Step 6: Set an Iteration Delay (Optional)

Avoid detection and simulate human-like activity by setting an iteration delay. Choose minimum and maximum time intervals to add randomness between actions. This makes your activity look natural and reduces the chance of being flagged.

• Minimum Delay: Enter the shortest interval (e.g., 10 seconds).
• Maximum Delay: Enter the longest interval (e.g., 20 seconds).

Tip: Random delays keep your automation safe and reliable.

Step 7: Choose Your Output Mode (Optional)

Choose how to save and manage the extracted alumni data. TexAu provides the following options:

• Append (Default): Adds new results to the end of existing data, merging them into a single CSV file.
• Split: Saves new results as separate CSV files for each automation run.
• Overwrite: Replaces previous data with the latest results.
• Duplicate Management: Enable Deduplicate (Default) to remove duplicate rows.

Tip: Google Sheets is ideal for teams working collaboratively and needing real-time data access.

Step 8: Access the Data from the Data Store

After the automation is complete, navigate to the Data Store in TexAu to view or download the extracted thread messages. Locate the Slack Thread Messages Export task and click See Data to access the results.

The Slack Thread Messages Export automation simplifies the process of collecting and analyzing Slack thread data. By leveraging TexAu’s features, you can save time, automate routine tasks, and gain valuable insights from your Slack conversations.