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Read Text File

The "Read Text File" activity in AutomatR is designed to read the content of a text file, providing a straightforward way to extract textual information for further processing within the automation workflow.

NameDescription
Input
File PathSpecifies the path of the text file from which content needs to be read. Supports a string variable.
Misc
Display NameThis property allows you to customize the display name of the activity within the workflow.
Optional
Entry DelaySpecifies a delay (in seconds) before executing the activity, providing flexibility in the timing of the workflow. Supports an Int32 variable. Ex.: If the amount of time is 1000 milliseconds or 1 sec, i.e. 1.
Output
OutputCaptures the result of the "Read Text File" operation, storing the text content read from the specified file. It supports a string variable, allowing the extracted information to be used in subsequent activities within the workflow.

Effectively configuring these properties allows for the efficient extraction of textual information from a text file, providing valuable data for automation processes that involve reading and processing text-based content.