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description: Set up a behavioral trigger to map data to a target data extension when a user takes a particular action, such as abandoning a cart or browser session. The target data extension name displays on the Behavioral Triggers dashboard after you create the trigger.
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# Create a Behavioral Trigger

Set up a behavioral trigger to map data to a target data extension when a user takes a particular action, such as abandoning a cart or browser session. The target data extension name displays on the Behavioral Triggers dashboard after you create the trigger.

1. In the Behavioral Triggers app, click **New Trigger**.
2. Choose the customer action that is logged in the target data extension when the action occurs.
3. Click **Next**.
4. Set the suppression period and suppression rule.
5. Click **Next**.
6. Review and save your settings.
    
    The trigger appears on the Behavioral Triggers dashboard. Note the data extension name so you can select it to power a journey or email send.