> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.shanone.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Automations

> Manage and automate your tasks with emma's automation features

## Overview

emma's automation feature allows you to automate tasks and set up recurring workflows with ease.

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With emma's Automations feature, you can:

* **Automate recurring tasks** - Set up tasks to run automatically at specified intervals
* **Time-based triggers** - Execute actions based on specific dates and times
* **Smart scheduling** - Let emma optimize your automations for maximum efficiency

## Getting Started

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access Automations">
    Navigate to the Automations section from your emma dashboard.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create a New Automation">
    Click "New Automation" and configure your task settings.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set Frequency">
    Choose how often you want the task to run (daily, weekly, monthly, or custom).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Activate">
    Review your settings and activate the automation.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Automation Types

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  <Card title="One-time" icon="clock">
    Execute a task at a specific date and time
  </Card>

  <Card title="Recurring" icon="repeat">
    Set up tasks that repeat on a regular basis
  </Card>

  <Card title="Conditional" icon="git-branch">
    Trigger tasks based on specific conditions
  </Card>

  <Card title="Chain" icon="link">
    Create sequences of tasks that run in order
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Best Practices

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  <Accordion title="Plan your automations carefully">
    Consider time zones and peak usage hours when setting up automations to ensure optimal performance.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Use descriptive names">
    Give your automations clear, descriptive names so you can easily identify them later.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Monitor and adjust">
    Regularly review your automated tasks and adjust timing as needed based on results.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>