Cloud Delete Files Dynamic Action

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The Cloud Delete Files Action is an essential workflow automation tool designed to enable the remote removal of files from a Cloud server. It offers a simplified approach to file management by allowing users to delete unnecessary, outdated, or temporary files, optimizing storage space and maintaining organization. This action seamlessly integrates into automated workflows, minimizing the need for manual file deletions and ensuring efficient remote file management.

The following cloud storage providers supported: DropBox, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, HiDrive, Yandex Disk and Box

Metadata tab

Cloud Delete Files Action - Metadata tab
 

  1. The Write Variables option ensures that the “Package Action” logs the variable values into the “Action vars before log file” before the action is executed and logs the updated variable values into the “Action vars after log file” after the action completes.
  2. This option is typically used for debugging and is not recommended in a production environment.
  3. It can be globally disabled through the options dialog .

Parameters tab

Cloud Delete Files Action - Parameters tab

Connection Parameter

Cloud Delete Files Action - Editing Cloud Connection

Selecting Remote Directory

Cloud Delete Files Action - Selecting Remote Directory

Variables tab

The Variables tab defines which variables are updated during the execution of the action.

Cloud Delete Files Action - Variables tab

Execution log tab

The Execution Log tab is populated after the action has been executed. Double-click a row to view the detailed execution log.

Cloud Delete Files Action - Execution log tab
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  2. Cloud Upload Action
  3. Cloud Create Folder Action
  4. Cloud Delete Folder Action
  5. Cloud Delete Files Action
  6. Cloud Files List Action

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Posted on April 19, 2026 • 2 min read • 327 words
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