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Taking over from your AI (inbox handoff)

AI first — you when it matters

Your AI Front Desk handles the routine. When a client needs a human, Scheduley makes it easy to step in on messages or have the call transferred live.

Messages inbox

Open Inbox (Messages). Threads from SMS, and connected channels when you use them, show up in one place. Conversations that need you are flagged (for example Needs Attention).

Take over a chat

Open the thread and tap Take over. You reply as the business from there; the AI steps back so you’re not both answering. When you’re done, you can leave the thread resolved so it doesn’t stay in your attention queue.

When to hand off

  • Complaints, refunds, or sensitive situations
  • Custom quotes or work the AI shouldn’t price
  • A VIP client who always deals with you personally
  • Anything the AI flags or that feels off in the transcript

Live call transfer

Under Agent → Call Routing, choose AI answers, can transfer to you and set your transfer number. When a caller asks for a person, the agent connects them; if you miss it, it takes a message and texts you. Details: AI receptionist setup.

Handoff not behaving as expected? Contact support with the conversation or call time and we’ll look.

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