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This article describes the RPA Excel functionality to copy rows.
For a full list of available functions, please read EXCEL functions.
Description
The EXCEL Copy rows function allows you to copy rows.
Setting it up
To use the EXCEL Copy rows function, follow these instructions:
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Once on a process map:
- Navigate to the process where you would like to add the EXCEL Copy rows function
- Click on the green button’s drop-down (right side of the green button labelled “Process”)
- On the menu that appears, click on the “+ Activity” item
- From here you can select the EXCEL Copy rows option
- Click "Add" once you are done
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet | Yes | Text | - | The name of the sheet |
| Variable | Yes | Text | - | Variable to store the result |
| Column / Operator / Value filters | Yes | Table | - | Filter criteria for selecting rows |
Output variables
| Variable | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Variable | Array | The matching rows |
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| File not open | The Excel file must be open |
| Sheet not found | The specified sheet does not exist |
Tips
- Use operators like =, <>, contains, starts with to filter rows
- Multiple filters are combined with AND logic