OUTLOOK Rename a folder function

The OUTLOOK Rename a folder function in RPA.

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This article describes the RPA Outlook functionality to rename a folder.

For a full list of available functions, please read OUTLOOK functions.


Description

The OUTLOOK Rename a folder function allows you to rename an existing folder in the Outlook mailbox.


Setting it up

To use the OUTLOOK Rename a folder function, follow these instructions:

{{popups:rpas/add:action=outlook-folder-rename}}

Once on a process map:

  1. Navigate to the process where you would like to add the OUTLOOK Rename a folder function
  2. Click on the green button's drop-down (right side of the green button labelled "Process")
  3. On the menu that appears, click on the "+ Activity" item
  4. From here you can select the OUTLOOK Rename a folder option
  5. Click "Add" once you are done

Input parameters

ParameterRequiredTypeDefaultDescription
AccountYesText-The Outlook e-mail account
Folder / mailboxYesText-Current folder path (e.g. Inbox::OldName)
New nameYesText-New name for the folder

Output variables

This action does not produce output variables.


Errors

ErrorDescription
Outlook not openOutlook is not running
Folder not foundThe specified folder does not exist
Name already existsA folder with the new name already exists at that level

Tips

  • Use :: to target nested folders

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