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How to Create Tickets in Freshdesk

By Impran M N

Tickets can enter Freshdesk through several channels, and knowing all the ways to create them helps you capture every customer request. This guide covers the main methods for getting tickets into your system.

01Create a ticket manually

Agents can log a ticket directly from the dashboard when handling a request over the phone or in person.

02Receive tickets via email

Emails sent to your support address are automatically converted into tickets in Freshdesk.

03Accept tickets from the customer portal

Customers can submit tickets themselves through your branded support portal.

04Use additional channels

Depending on your setup, tickets can also come in through chat, social media, or phone integrations connected to Freshdesk.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What's the fastest way to create a ticket?

Manually creating a ticket from the dashboard is often fastest when you already have the customer's information in front of you.

Do email replies automatically create tickets?

Yes, emails sent to your configured support address are converted into tickets automatically.

Can multiple channels feed into the same ticket queue?

Yes, tickets from email, portal, chat, and other channels all land in the same central queue in Freshdesk.

Can I set default values when creating tickets?

Yes, you can configure default priorities, types, and other fields to speed up manual ticket creation.

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