Open File Dialog
Ask the user to pick a file; store its path.
Overview
Open File Dialog is a no-code automation step in the Keyboard & Mouse category of AutoFlowRPA. It performs its action in a single step when the workflow reaches it. You can configure 1 parameter(s) to control exactly how it behaves. It is one of 369 commands you can drag into a workflow in the visual builder — no scripting required.
What it does
Ask the user to pick a file; store its path.
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Store path in | variable | Required | Example: filePath |
How to use Open File Dialog
- 1
Open AutoFlowRPA and drag the Open File Dialog command from the Keyboard & Mouse group onto the canvas.
- 2
Set its parameters in the side panel — Open File Dialog has 1 configurable field(s).
- 3
Connect it into your workflow and press Run. Everything executes locally on your machine.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Open File Dialog command do?
Ask the user to pick a file; store its path.
Which group does the Open File Dialog command belong to?
Open File Dialog is part of the Keyboard & Mouse group. AutoFlowRPA ships with 369+ ready-made commands you can combine without code.
Does the Open File Dialog command take any parameters?
Yes — Open File Dialog has 1 configurable field(s), all editable in the visual node editor.
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