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Prompt the user to select a file.
Add it to a process
In the process designer, open the Add step tab. Find Prompt for a file under Data, or type its name in the search box, and drag it onto the canvas.
Fields
| Field | Required | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Folder path | Yes | Enter the folder path, or use a variable such as {folder::desktop::path}\folder. |
| Variable | Yes | Name of the variable where the result will be stored Default: path. |
| Title | No | Optional title for the dialog |
| Message | No | Optional message / prompt for the dialog |
What it gives back
{path}
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Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| Cancelled | The user cancelled the file picker |
Tips
- Opens a file picker dialog for the user to select a file