Move File Dynamic Action

About

The Move File Action is a critical tool designed to facilitate the efficient relocation of files within a file system or between different storage locations, whether on a local machine, a network drive, or a cloud-based platform. This action is essential for effective data management, enabling users to organize files, optimize storage, and streamline workflows.

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

N Value Parameter

The meaning of N Value parameter depends on Which File Parameter

1. When Which File Parameter is equal to “Files Not Older Than N Days” N Value is Days
2. When Which File Parameter is equal to “Files Older Than N Days” N Value is Days
3. When Which File Parameter is equal to “First N Found Files” N Value file number
4. When Which File Parameter is equal to “Bigger Than N Bytes” N Value is byte

Variables tab

The Variables tab defines the variables to be updated during the action’s execution.

Execution log tab

The Execution log tab is populated after the action is executed. Double click on the row to view the log.

Related Actions

1. Change Encoding Action
2. Compare Files Action
3. Check File Action
4. Check File Date Action
5. File Meta Data Action
6. Copy Files Action
7. Copy File Action
8. Move File Action
9. Rename File Action
10. Delete File Action
11. Keep File Action
12. Merge File Action
13. Change File Attributes Action
14. Files List Action
15. Replace String Action
16. Open File Action
17. Encrypt Action
18. Decrypt Action

Useful Links

• Debugging Actions
• Working With Variables

Video Tutorial