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This article describes the RPA Excel functionality to remove columns.
For a full list of available functions, please read EXCEL functions.
Description
The EXCEL Remove columns function allows you to remove columns.
Setting it up
To use the EXCEL Remove columns 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 Remove columns 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 Remove columns option
- Click "Add" once you are done
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet | Yes | Text | - | The name of the sheet |
| Columns | Yes | Textarea | - | Column names to remove, separated by line breaks |
Output variables
This action does not produce output variables.
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| File not open | The Excel file must be open |
| Sheet not found | The specified sheet does not exist |
Tips
- This permanently deletes the columns and their data