Substring
Extract part of a string by start index and length.
Overview
Substring is a no-code automation step in the Data category of AutoFlowRPA. It performs its action in a single step when the workflow reaches it. You can configure 4 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
Extract part of a string by start index and length.
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Input text | string | Required | Text to process. Variables are supported. Example: {{{text}}} Supports variables | |
| Start index | number | Required | 0 | 0-based start position. Example: 0 Supports variables |
| Length | number | Optional | Number of characters (blank = to the end). Example: 5 Supports variables | |
| Store result in | variable | Required | Example: result |
How to use Substring
- 1
Open AutoFlowRPA and drag the Substring command from the Data group onto the canvas.
- 2
Set its parameters in the side panel — Substring has 4 configurable field(s).
- 3
Connect it into your workflow and press Run. Everything executes locally on your machine.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Substring command do?
Extract part of a string by start index and length.
Which group does the Substring command belong to?
Substring is part of the Data group. AutoFlowRPA ships with 369+ ready-made commands you can combine without code.
Does the Substring command take any parameters?
Yes — Substring has 4 configurable field(s), all editable in the visual node editor.
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