Working with actions
Actions in Looker can be a very powerful feature. It gives the possibility to users to connect from Looker to third-party tools to build data-driven workflows, to make the Looker environment interactive and the data actionable.
The action parameter in LookML gives users the possibility to perform field-level tasks directly from an Explore, Look, or dashboard.
The action parameter can be used to initiate external workflows or processes, such as sending emails, creating Jira tickets, or updating CRM records. This allows users to seamlessly integrate Looker with other tools and applications they use in their day-to-day work.
In this recipe, we will explain how to add an action parameter to LookML that will trigger a Zap in a Zapier application.
Zapier is an automation platform that connects different web applications and APIs to enable users to automate tasks between them. With Zapier, you can create “Zaps,” which are workflows that automate...
