Run Task

The Run Task action A feature that supplies the instructions in a botflow. runs a specified task in a botflow A file that stores the actions and variables designed to automate tasks..

Using the Run Task action, you can:

  • Run tasks that reside within the same botflow.
  • Embed tasks to run with other tasks.

Some examples of using the Run Task action are:

  • Logging into an ERP system as a preliminary step.
  • Prepping a dataset to use during botflow execution.
  • Running a set of repeatable actions.

Note: The Run Task action is ignored if the action is located in a task that is designated as the Error Task.

Add a Run Task action to a botflow

This example provides the steps necessary to add a Run Task action to a botflow.

To add a Run Task action to a botflow:

  1. On the Actions list, click Flow and then click Run Task from the Navigation list.

    2. The Run Task Action Builder window displays.

  2. Set the Run Task settings.

    3. Type a task name in the Task field.

  3. If needed, adjust the Run Switch setting to create the action without running it.
  4. Optionally, add an action note.
  5. Click OK to add the Run Task action to the botflow.
Field or button Description
Run Task Options/Settings General
  • Task: Type a task name in the Task field, use the drop-down to select a task, or use the Expression Builder to build the action settings using variables or other token values.
Note

(Optional) Type a Note to document any special instructions or functionality.    
Run Switch

The Run Switch toggle controls how Nintex RPA runs an action when adding or editing an action in a botflow.

  • Run: To run the action automatically when you click OK, turn the toggle to Run.

  • Don't Run: If you do not want to run the action automatically when you click OK, turn the toggle to Don't Run.
OK/Cancel Click OK to save the action or click Cancel to discard the action or any changes.