# Creating a Chatbot

We recommend creating a chatbot with Dialogflow integration as IS-Messenger has extensive integration with Dialogflow that caters to various use cases.

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The following image shows an example of how Dialogflow can be used to automate specific responses.

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To help you better understand the integration between DialogFlow and IS-Messenger, you may read the following blog post:\
\- How To Build a Chatbot with Dialogflow\
\- How To Use IS-Messenger As a Dialogflow CRM
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## Connecting to Dialogflow

Follow the guide below to connect to Dialogflow

## Creating a basic intent

For this guide, we will create a basic intent that enables chatbot to answer enquiries regarding operating hours.&#x20;

**Step 1: Create Intent**\
Navigate to the [Dialogflow](https://dialogflow.cloud.google.com/) console and press **Intents** from the side navigation menu. Press the :heavy\_plus\_sign:or **CREATE INTENT** from the top of the module

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**Step 2: Name your Intent**\
Enter a name for your intent. Your intent name should represent the end-user expressions it recognizes. For example, `operating_hours_enquiry`

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**Step 3: Include Training Phrases**\
Training phrases are the phrases that will trigger the specific intent and the expected behaviour.&#x20;

You can compile the most commonly asked questions in regards to operating hours and include the list as training phrases.&#x20;

For example,

> *what are your operating hours*\
> *what time do you close*\
> *are you open on sundays*\
> *which day do you close*\
> *are you open on the weekends*\
> *what time do you open*\
> *what time do you clos*

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**Step 4: Build Intent Response**\
Scroll down to the **Responses** section and type in the response. Add a **Text Response**

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**Tips**:&#x20;

* You can send multiple responses at one time for better readability.
* You may add a few variants of response and it will be randomised when sending it to a contact.&#x20;
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The response we will build for this intent is :

> Our operating hours are Monday to Saturday, 10am to 10pm. We are closed on Sundays and Public Holidays. Let us know if you require further assistance.

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**Step 5: Test it out**\
You can test it with the testing panel located at the right side of Dialogflow or test it with the connected channels.

## What's Next?

Now that you know how to create an intent. Enhance it with more use cases specific to your company.&#x20;


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