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This article describes the RPA Input functionality to browse for a file.
For a full list of available functions, please read INPUT functions.
Description
The INPUT Browse for a file function allows you to browse for a file.
Setting it up
To use the INPUT Browse for a file function, follow these instructions:
{{popups:rpas/add:action=variable-file}}
Once on a process map:
- Navigate to the process where you would like to add the INPUT Browse for a file 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 INPUT Browse for a file option
- Click "Add" once you are done
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folder | Yes | Text | - | The starting folder for the file picker |
| Variable | Yes | Text | - | Variable to store the selected file path |
| Title | No | Text | - | Dialog window title |
| Message | No | Text | - | Dialog message/prompt |
Output variables
| Variable | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Variable | Text | The selected file path |
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| Cancelled | The user cancelled the file picker |
Tips
- Opens a file picker dialog for the user to select a file