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# Schedule

**Introduction**

Automate tasks on a recurring basis using the "Schedule" trigger in FlexyBot. Suitable for tasks that need to run hourly, daily, or on a custom schedule.

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Using the "Schedule" trigger to send a message every hour
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**Configuration**

* **Mode**: Determines the scheduling mode for the trigger. This parameter is required and can be set to either `Recurring` or `Delayed`.
* **Recurring**: Executes the automation repeatedly according to a specified schedule.
  * **Expression**: A CRON expression that defines the recurring schedule. This field is required. You can use our AI builder or online tools like [FreeFormatter's CRON Expression Generator](https://www.freeformatter.com/cron-expression-generator-quartz.html) to create your expression.
  * **Time Zone**: The time zone in which the CRON expression will be evaluated. This is necessary to ensure the schedule aligns with the desired time zone.
* **Delayed**: Executes the automation at a specific future date and time.
  * **Date**: The exact date and time when the automation should run. This field is required.