Definition and Usage
Get data offset retrieves the current data offset of a cloud task in Octoparse. This command allows you to check how much data has been processed in a specific Octoparse task, which is useful for monitoring task progress and data extraction status.
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 via "Log in to Octoparse" command first |
Task ID | Enter Octoparse task ID(s) to check (separate multiple IDs with ";") | Yes | You can check 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 produces a variable that stores the data offset value of the specified Octoparse task(s).
Using Variables in Conditions
You can use the {x} notation to insert variables into parameter fields. For the Task ID field, you can use previously defined variables that contain task identifiers. The output variable can be used in subsequent actions to track progress or make decisions based on the current data offset.
Notes
Before using this command, ensure you have successfully logged into Octoparse using the "Log in to Octoparse" command.
The task ID must be valid and accessible with the provided Octoparse account credentials.
If multiple task IDs are provided, the command will return offset information for all specified tasks.
This command is particularly useful for monitoring large data extraction jobs and implementing checkpoint logic in your automation workflows.