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This article describes the RPA Excel functionality to press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc).
For a full list of available functions, please read EXCEL functions.
Description
The EXCEL Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) function allows you to press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc).
Setting it up
To use the EXCEL Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) 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 Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) 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 Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) option
- Click "Add" once you are done
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cell | Yes | Text | - | The cell reference (e.g. A1) |
| Key | Yes | Select | - | The key to press (e.g. Enter, Tab, Delete, etc.) |
Output variables
This action does not produce output variables.
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| File not open | The Excel file must be open |
| Invalid cell | The cell reference is not valid |
Tips
- Simulates a key press at the specified cell
- Useful for triggering cell-level actions like data validation dropdowns