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 It offers a simplified approach to file management by allowing users to delete unnecessary, outdated, or temporary files, optimizing storage space and maintaining organization.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
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.
This option is typically used for debugging and is not recommended in a production environment.
It can be globally disabled through the
options dialog
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Parameters tab
Connection Parameter
Tip: Connection details can be amended by clicking Edit button.
Selecting Remote Directory
Tip: The cloud browser offers a convenient way of managing files and folders on a remote server.
Variables tab
The Variables tab defines which variables are updated during the execution of the action.
Tip: Double-click a variable name to enable or disable it.it
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.