Read Document
Read all paragraph text from the document into a variable.
Overview
Read Document is a no-code automation step in the Word category of AutoFlowRPA. It performs its action in a single step when the workflow reaches it. You can configure 2 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
Read all paragraph text from the document into a variable.
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Word instance | variable | Required | word | Name that identifies this document. |
| Store text in | variable | Required | Example: text |
How to use Read Document
- 1
Open AutoFlowRPA and drag the Read Document command from the Word group onto the canvas.
- 2
Set its parameters in the side panel — Read Document has 2 configurable field(s).
- 3
Connect it into your workflow and press Run. Everything executes locally on your machine.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Read Document command do?
Read all paragraph text from the document into a variable.
Which group does the Read Document command belong to?
Read Document is part of the Word group. AutoFlowRPA ships with 369+ ready-made commands you can combine without code.
Does the Read Document command take any parameters?
Yes — Read Document has 2 configurable field(s), all editable in the visual node editor.
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