Video · A video tutorial that demonstrates how to set up an automated Task that watches a specific folder for new .zip files. When a new file appears, the Unzip Files Action is automatically executed that extracts all .pdf and .docx files from the archive.
The workflow is later improved to extract files in a folder that is named after today's date, demonstrating use of dynamic variables. It is possible to further enhance the workflow to send an email message when a new .zip file has arrived, or even upload newly extracted files to any Cloud and FTP server.
The intuitive interface with Task creation and configuration Wizards will lead you through the Task design process without requiring scripting skills or preliminary training. It is easy to automate anything and anywhere with this no-code automation platform.
Tools used…
- File & Folder Watcher · Overview · Variables
- Unzip Files · Overview
- Create Folder · Overview · Variables
- Date
- Log Manager
- Ensure Folder · Overview
Highlights
- Windows automation benefits · a quick automation overview.
- Actions · automate anything with state-of-the-art GUI. No code. All visual!
- Awesome facts · learn amazing tips & tricks about automation.
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Advanced job scheduler—Automation Workshop works flawlessly on all modern 32-bit and 64-bit Microsoft Windows versions: Windows 10 · Windows 11 · Server 2016 · Server 2019 · Server 2022.
Older Windows versions (such as Windows 8 and Server 2008) are not "officially" supported but should still work remarkably well. The underlying architecture of Windows is evolving and our apps are crafted to be backward and forward compatible.