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What is collision detection in a shared inbox?

Collision detection is a shared-inbox feature that shows, in real time, when another teammate has the same conversation open or is typing a reply, so two people do not answer the same customer at once. It appears as an avatar or a typing indicator on the conversation and usually pairs with assignment to settle ownership.

Updated 29 Aug 2026 · 1 min read

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  1. Why it matters
  2. In VGraple CRM
  3. Related terms

CRM AND SALES

Collision detection

Collision detection is a shared-inbox feature that shows, in real time, when another teammate has the same conversation open or is typing a reply, so two people do not answer the same customer at once. It appears as an avatar or a typing indicator on the conversation and usually pairs with assignment to settle ownership.

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Collision detection in one line

Why it matters

Double replies confuse customers and embarrass teams, and they are common the moment more than two people share an inbox. Collision indicators are cheap insurance, and with assignment they let a large team work one number calmly.

In VGraple CRM

Presence and typing indicators appear on the conversation list and the header; the AI takeover pause uses the same signal so the bot stays quiet while a person is active. Real-time sync keeps the indicators live on the web and the Android app.

Shared inbox, Conversation assignment, Human takeover.

Frequently asked questions

Does it block the second agent from replying?
No. It warns; assignment is the control.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, the Android app shows the same presence and typing indicators through the shared real-time sync channel.
Is presence visible to customers?
No. It is internal. Customers see only the normal WhatsApp typing indicator when a reply is being composed.

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