Run Task
The Run Task action An instruction within a botflow. runs a specified task in a botflow Automated steps that you can design for each bot that will run..
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
- On the Actions list, click Flow.
- From the Navigation list, click Run Task.
- Set the Run Task settings.
- Type a task name in the Task field.
- If needed, adjust the Run Switch setting to create the action without running it.
- (Optional) Add an action note.
- Click OK to add the Run Task action to the botflow.
The Run Task Action Builder displays.
Field or button | Description |
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Run Task Options/Settings | General
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Note |
(Optional) Type a Note to document any special instructions or functionality.
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Run Switch |
The Run Switch toggle controls how Nintex Bot runs an action when adding or editing an action in a botflow.
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OK/Cancel | Click OK to save the action or click Cancel to discard the action or any changes. |