Drafts allow you to make changes to a Zap without turning it off. Once you’re happy with the changes, you can publish the draft and it will replace the existing Zap.
When you create a draft of a Zap, you can:
- Save the draft and edit it later.
- Edit the draft while the Zap continues to run.
- Publish the draft to replace the current zap.
Create a draft of an existing Zap
When you go to the Zap editor, you’ll see you are in read-only mode. To start a draft:
- Click Edit Zap.
- You can click Save & exit draft at any time to go back to read-only mode. A (has draft) label will be added to the name of your Zap. Drafts are also automatically saved as you work on them.
- You can also discard the draft by clicking the three dots icon
at the top right of the screen and selecting Discard draft.
NoteWhen you reopen a Zap, it will be shown in read-only mode. If you click Edit Zap, you’ll be prompted to continue editing the draft or discard it. Discarding a draft is permanent and no changes are made to the existing Zap.
How to publish a draft
To publish your draft, click Publish, in the Zap editor. This will replace the original Zap.
If your Zap is off but has a draft, you’ll be asked if you want to publish the existing Zap or the draft.
NoteIf the Publish button is greyed out and doesn't allow you to publish the draft, one of the steps may need attention.
Create a draft of a new Zap
After you create a new Zap, if you leave the Zap editor, a dialog box will appear. You can:
- Save draft to keep the current draft.
- Discard draft to discard the current draft.
- Cancel to continue editing your draft.
If you have any questions or feedback about drafts, contact Zapier Support.
