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Ticket Number

A ticket number is the unique identifier assigned to every Zoho Desk support ticket, used to track and reference individual cases.

A ticket number is the unique numeric identifier assigned to every support ticket in Zoho Desk. It allows agents, customers, and managers to reference a specific ticket instantly without ambiguity.

How Ticket Numbers Are Assigned

Zoho Desk generates ticket numbers sequentially or with a custom prefix defined per department. For example, a support department might use the format SUP-1001, SUP-1002. The format can be configured in department settings.

Using Ticket Numbers for Customer Communication

When a ticket is created, the ticket number is included in the acknowledgement email sent to the customer. Customers can quote this number in follow-up emails or calls, and Zoho Desk will thread the response to the correct ticket automatically.

Searching and Filtering by Ticket Number

Agents can search the help desk directly by ticket number using the global search bar. This is the fastest way to locate a specific ticket among thousands of open or closed records.

Example: A customer in Mumbai emails support and receives an auto-reply: ‘Your ticket #SUP-4521 has been created.’ They quote this number in their follow-up call, and the agent immediately pulls up the full conversation history.
What is a Ticket Number in Zoho Desk?

A ticket number is the unique identifier assigned to each support ticket. It helps agents, customers, and managers reference a specific case without confusion.

Can I customise the ticket number format in Zoho Desk?

Yes. Zoho Desk allows you to configure a custom prefix and starting number for ticket IDs per department, so your ticket numbers can match your existing reference format.

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