Notification System Overview
Prelix Forms provides a comprehensive notification system to keep you informed about important activities, updates, and events. You can customize your notification preferences to receive the right information at the right time through your preferred channels.Notification Types
System Notifications
Platform updates, maintenance schedules, and important system announcements.
Activity Notifications
Form completions, report generation status, and workflow updates.
Collaboration Alerts
Team activities, shared reports, comments, and collaboration requests.
Security Notifications
Login alerts, security updates, and account protection information.
Notification Channels
Available Delivery Methods
- In-App Notifications
- Email Notifications
- Mobile Notifications
Real-time platform notifications:
- Instant notifications within the Prelix Forms interface
- Visual indicators and badges for unread notifications
- Notification center with complete activity history
- Interactive notifications with quick actions
- Persistent notifications for important updates
Notification Preferences
Channel Configuration
Channel Configuration
Customize delivery methods:
- Choose preferred channels for different notification types
- Set priority levels for various activities
- Configure quiet hours and do not disturb periods
- Enable or disable specific notification channels
- Set up backup notification methods for critical alerts
Timing and Frequency
Timing and Frequency
Control when you receive notifications:
- Immediate notifications for urgent activities
- Batched notifications for non-critical updates
- Daily or weekly digest options
- Time zone-aware notification scheduling
- Custom frequency settings for different activities
Content Filtering
Content Filtering
Choose what notifications you receive:
- Filter by activity type and importance level
- Set up keyword-based notification filters
- Configure team and project-specific notifications
- Enable notifications for specific form templates
- Customize notifications based on your role and responsibilities
Activity-Based Notifications
Form and Report Activities
1
Form Completion
Receive notifications when you or team members complete forms and submit them for processing.
2
Report Generation
Get alerts when AI report generation is complete and reports are ready for review.
3
Processing Status
Stay informed about processing progress, especially for complex reports with multiple files.
4
Quality Alerts
Receive notifications about report quality issues or suggestions for improvement.
Collaboration Notifications
- Comments and Feedback
- Workflow Updates
Team collaboration alerts:
- Notifications when reports are shared with you
- Alerts for new team member additions or removals
- Access permission changes and updates
- Invitation notifications for collaborative projects
- Shared folder and resource access notifications
Customizing Your Notification Experience
Personal Preferences
Individual Settings
Individual Settings
Personalize your notification experience:
- Set your preferred notification tone and style
- Choose notification timing based on your schedule
- Configure language preferences for notifications
- Set up personalized notification templates
- Adjust notification sensitivity and threshold levels
Device-Specific Settings
Device-Specific Settings
Optimize for your devices:
- Different settings for desktop and mobile devices
- Browser-specific notification preferences
- Mobile app notification customization
- Smartwatch and wearable device integration
- Cross-device notification synchronization
Schedule-Based Notifications
Schedule-Based Notifications
Time-aware notification management:
- Work hours vs. personal time notification settings
- Weekend and holiday notification preferences
- Time zone considerations for global teams
- Meeting and calendar integration for smart timing
- Vacation and out-of-office notification handling
Team and Project Settings
Team Notifications
Configure notifications for team activities, shared projects, and collaborative work.
Project Alerts
Set up project-specific notification preferences and priority levels.
Role-Based Settings
Customize notifications based on your role and responsibilities within teams.
Escalation Rules
Set up escalation procedures for critical notifications and urgent issues.
Notification Management
Notification Center
- Activity Feed
- Quick Actions
- Organization Tools
Comprehensive notification history:
- Chronological list of all notifications
- Filter and search capabilities for finding specific notifications
- Mark as read/unread functionality
- Archive and delete options for notification management
- Export notification history for record-keeping
Advanced Management Features
Smart Notifications
Smart Notifications
Intelligent notification features:
- AI-powered notification prioritization
- Context-aware notification timing
- Duplicate notification detection and prevention
- Smart bundling of related notifications
- Predictive notification preferences based on behavior
Security and Privacy
Security and Privacy
Secure notification handling:
- Encrypted notification content for sensitive information
- Privacy controls for notification content
- Secure delivery channels for confidential updates
- Audit trails for notification access and delivery
- Compliance with data protection regulations
Integration Options
Integration Options
Connect with external systems:
- Slack and Microsoft Teams integration
- Calendar and scheduling app connectivity
- Email client integration and synchronization
- Mobile app and wearable device support
- API access for custom notification systems
Notification Best Practices
Optimizing Your Notification Setup
1
Start Conservative
Begin with minimal notifications and gradually add more based on your needs and preferences.
2
Use Priority Levels
Set up different notification levels for various activities to avoid notification overload.
3
Regular Review
Periodically review and adjust your notification settings based on changing needs and usage patterns.
4
Team Coordination
Coordinate notification preferences with team members to ensure effective communication.
Common Notification Scenarios
- New User Setup
- Team Leader Configuration
- Power User Optimization
Recommended settings for new users:
- Enable notifications for form completion and report generation
- Set up email notifications for important system updates
- Configure collaboration notifications for team activities
- Enable security notifications for account protection
- Start with daily digest emails to avoid overwhelming notifications
Troubleshooting Notifications
Common Issues and Solutions
Missing Notifications
Missing Notifications
When notifications aren’t being delivered:
- Check spam and junk folders for email notifications
- Verify notification settings are enabled for the specific activity
- Confirm email addresses and contact information are correct
- Check browser notification permissions for in-app alerts
- Verify mobile app notification settings and permissions
Too Many Notifications
Too Many Notifications
Managing notification overload:
- Review and adjust notification frequency settings
- Use digest options instead of immediate notifications
- Set up quiet hours and do not disturb periods
- Filter notifications by priority and importance
- Unsubscribe from non-essential notification types
Delayed Notifications
Delayed Notifications
When notifications arrive late:
- Check internet connection and email server status
- Verify time zone settings are correct
- Review notification scheduling and timing preferences
- Check for system maintenance or service disruptions
- Contact support for persistent delivery delays
Performance Optimization
Reduce Noise
Filter out unnecessary notifications to focus on what matters most.
Batch Processing
Use digest and summary options to reduce notification frequency.
Smart Timing
Configure notifications to arrive at optimal times for your workflow.
Channel Optimization
Use the most effective notification channels for different types of information.
Next Steps
Profile & Preferences
Learn how to customize your profile settings and personal preferences in Prelix Forms.
Notification Tip: Start with conservative notification settings and gradually customize them based on your workflow and preferences. Regular review and adjustment of notification settings helps maintain an optimal balance between staying informed and avoiding notification overload.

