Use GitHub Automations in ClickUp
GitHub Automations in ClickUp let your development activity update tasks automatically, so your team always has an accurate view of progress without extra manual work.
This how-to guide explains the available automation triggers, supported actions, and the exact steps to set up and manage your automations.
What GitHub Automations do in ClickUp
GitHub Automations connect activity on your GitHub repositories to task updates in ClickUp. When a specific event happens on GitHub, an automation runs and changes a task inside your Workspace.
With this integration you can:
- Update task statuses when pull requests or branches change
- Assign or unassign team members based on reviews and authorship
- Create comments with useful GitHub context
- Keep project management and development tightly aligned
Requirements before using GitHub Automations in ClickUp
Before creating automations, make sure your tools are connected correctly.
- You must be a Workspace owner or admin, or have permission to edit automations in the Space, Folder, or List where you’ll work.
- Your Workspace must have the GitHub app installed and connected.
- Your GitHub user must have access to the repository where events will be triggered.
If you need strategic help setting up a scalable workflow around this, you can explore consulting resources like Consultevo.
How GitHub Automations work in ClickUp
Every GitHub Automation in ClickUp follows an “If this, then that” pattern. A GitHub event is the trigger, and a task update in your Workspace is the action.
Each automation has three parts:
- Trigger: A GitHub event, such as a pull request changing state.
- Filter (optional): Conditions that narrow down when the automation should run.
- Action: A task change inside ClickUp, like updating a status or posting a comment.
When the specified event occurs, the automation locates the linked task and applies the configured action.
Available GitHub triggers in ClickUp
You can use several GitHub events as triggers for your ClickUp automations. Each trigger supports different operators and values.
Pull request state changed trigger in ClickUp
This trigger runs when the state of a pull request changes.
- Operator: Changes to
- Values: open, closed
Example use case:
- When a pull request changes to closed, move the related task to a “Done” or “Merged” status in ClickUp.
Pull request review state changed trigger in ClickUp
This trigger runs when the review state on a pull request changes.
- Operator: Changes to
- Values: approved, dismissed, changes_requested
Example use case:
- When a review changes to approved, move the task to a “Ready to merge” status.
New pull request branch in ClickUp
This trigger runs when a new branch is created from a pull request.
- Operator: Changes to
- Values: any branch that is created
Example use case:
- When a pull request branch is created, add a comment to the task with branch details so the team can track work.
Pull request merged trigger in ClickUp
This trigger runs when a pull request is merged.
- Operator: Changes to
- Values: merged
Example use case:
- When a pull request is merged, automatically set the task to “Released” and unassign the developer.
Supported actions for GitHub Automations in ClickUp
Once a GitHub trigger fires, you can perform several actions inside ClickUp. These help mirror your development lifecycle in your project management setup.
Update task status in ClickUp
You can automatically move a task through your workflow based on GitHub activity.
Common status mapping ideas include:
- Pull request opened → Move task to “In Review”
- Pull request review approved → Move task to “Ready to merge”
- Pull request merged → Move task to “Done”
Assign or unassign people in ClickUp
Automations can update task assignees to reflect who is responsible at each stage.
Examples:
- Assign the pull request author to the task when a branch is created.
- Assign a reviewer when the review state changes to “changes requested”.
- Unassign the developer when the pull request is merged and the task is complete.
Add comments with GitHub context in ClickUp
Comments can be posted automatically on the related task to capture useful GitHub information. This keeps stakeholders informed without opening the repository.
Typical comment content can include:
- Pull request title and link
- Branch name
- Review status or merge details
Set up GitHub Automations in ClickUp step by step
Follow these steps to create a new automation that uses GitHub triggers inside your Workspace.
1. Open Automations in the correct location
- Navigate to the Space, Folder, or List where tasks are linked to GitHub.
- Click the Automations icon in the upper right corner.
- Select Automations to open the automation management panel.
2. Choose a GitHub Automation template in ClickUp
- In the Automations panel, go to the Templates or Browse section.
- Filter by GitHub to see available automation templates.
- Select the template that best matches your process, such as “When pull request merged, change status”.
3. Configure trigger, filters, and actions
- Confirm the GitHub trigger type, like “Pull request state changed”.
- Choose the correct operator and value (for example, “changes to” → “closed”).
- Add any filters to narrow events, such as repository or branch patterns, if available.
- Select the action you want to run in ClickUp, such as updating the task status or posting a comment.
- Customize any message text or status names to fit your workflow.
4. Save and enable your automation in ClickUp
- Review the summary of your automation.
- Click Save to create it.
- Make sure the automation is toggled on so it runs when GitHub events occur.
Best practices for GitHub Automations in ClickUp
Use these recommendations to keep your automations manageable and effective.
- Start small: Begin with one or two automations, such as mapping merged pull requests to a final status.
- Avoid conflicting rules: Make sure two automations are not updating the same field in opposite ways.
- Document your rules: Keep a simple list of active ClickUp automations so your team knows what is automatic and what is manual.
- Review activity periodically: Check automation logs to confirm that task updates match your expectations.
Troubleshooting GitHub Automations in ClickUp
If an automation does not run as expected, review these items:
- Confirm the GitHub app connection is active and authorized.
- Verify that tasks are properly linked to the relevant pull requests or branches.
- Check that the trigger conditions and values are configured correctly.
- Confirm the automation is enabled and not paused.
For more detailed technical information straight from the platform documentation, see the official guide on using GitHub Automations.
Next steps with ClickUp and GitHub
Once you have a few GitHub Automations running in ClickUp, continue refining them to match your development process. Map each stage of your pull request lifecycle to a clear task state, and use comments or assignments to keep ownership visible.
By connecting your repositories and work management together, you reduce manual updates, decrease context switching, and keep every stakeholder aligned on real-time progress.
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