Save List

The Save List action saves a list to a file in a botflow.

Using the Save List action, you can save lists from:

  • A list of imported data.
  • Within a list in a botflow.

Some examples of applications for the Save List action are:

  • Saving a list created in the Nintex Bot Botflow Pane.
  • Saving an existing list of items extracted from a list created using the Create List action.

Add a Save List action to a botflow

This example provides the steps necessary to add a Save List action to a botflow.

To add a Save List action to a botflow:

  1. On the Actions List, click Lists and then click Save List from the List list.

    2. The Action Builder window for Save List displays.

  2. Set the Save List settings.

    3. General

    • List: Type a source list name in the List field.
    • Save as: Select the list file save as option from the drop-down.
    • Overwrite: Select the check box to overwrite a file or variable with the same name.

    Options: Select the delimiter option for Delimited, Text, or Variable files.

      • Delimiter: Select the required delimiter for the file.

  3. If needed, adjust the Run Error Task settings to fine tune how the action runs.
  4. If needed, adjust the Run Switch setting to create the action without running it.
  5. Optionally, add an action note.
  6. Click OK to add the Save List action to the botflow.

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