Definition and Usage
Stop task allows you to stop a running cloud task in Octoparse. This command is useful when you need to terminate ongoing data extraction tasks in your Octoparse account.
Parameter Values
Input parameters
Parameter | Description | Required | Options / Notes |
Octoparse account | Select an access token obtained by "Log in to Octoparse" | Yes | Must be authenticated with Octoparse before using this action |
Task ID | Enter Octoparse task ID(s) to check (separate multiple IDs with ";") | Yes | You can stop multiple tasks by separating IDs with semicolons |
Error handling
Parameter Name | Description |
Throw error & stop | When an error occurs, the action will trigger an error and stop the execution of the entire app. |
Retry command | If an error occurs, the action will retry the command in an attempt to resolve the issue and continue the process. |
Ignore error & continue | When an error occurs, the action will be ignored, and the workflow will continue without interruption. |
Variables produced
This action doesn't produce any variables.
Using Variables in Conditions
You can use variables in the Task ID field as indicated by the {x} icon. This allows you to dynamically specify which tasks to stop based on values calculated or retrieved earlier in your workflow.
Notes
Before using this command, ensure you have successfully logged into Octoparse using the "Log in to Octoparse" action.
Make sure the task IDs you provide are valid and exist in your Octoparse account.
The task must be in a running state for this command to have an effect.
If a task is already stopped, the command will not produce an error but will have no effect on the task status.