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Delete file

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Written by Sophie
Updated over a week ago

Definition and Usage

Delete file command removes a specified file from the file system. This action permanently removes the target file from the designated location.


Parameter Values

Input parameters

Parameter

Description

Possible Values

Required

Options / Notes

File path

Enter a file path, or choose a variable containing a file path

Any valid file path

Yes

You can click the "Select file" button to browse and select a file

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 File path parameter by clicking the {x} icon. This allows you to dynamically specify which file to delete based on variables defined earlier in your workflow.


Notes

  • Before using this command, ensure that the file exists at the specified location.

  • The file path must be valid and accessible with proper permissions.

  • This action permanently deletes the file; deletion cannot be undone.

  • If the file is in use by another process, the deletion may fail.

  • System files or files with special permissions may require elevated privileges to delete.

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