Move Folder Dynamic Action

About

The Move Folder Action is a workflow automation tool that allows users to relocate an entire folder and its contents from one directory to another. This action is essential for scenarios where folders need to be reorganized, archived, or transferred between different storage locations or systems. By automating the process, it saves time and reduces the chance of errors that could occur during manual folder management.

Metadata tab

Move Folder 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

Move Folder Action - Parameters tab
 

Variables tab

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

Move Folder 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.

Move Folder Action - Execution log tab

Note:

When moving a very large number of folders and files, a situation may occur where a new folder or file is created during the move. In that case, the newly created folder or file will not be moved or deleted.

  1. Move Folder Action
  2. Copy Folder Action
  3. Clear Folder Action
  4. Delete Folder Action
  5. Create Folder Action
  6. Check Folder Action

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Posted on January 25, 2026 • 2 min read • 377 words
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