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Arguments

Introduction​

By utilizing arguments, you can provide your Function with specific data. For example, this enables you to pass on values from previous Actions and Triggers to your custom Function.

Functions Arguments

Create an Argument​

  1. Create a new argument by simply clicking +Add new Argument

  2. Choose a name for the argument

    • Argument names can't contain special characters or spaces

  3. Choose a type

    • Types will validate the passed input

    Available types are:​

    • Any (accepts any type of data)
    • Date & Time
    • Float (Integer)​
    • List (Array)
    • Map (Object)​
    • Number (Integer)
    • Text (String)

Passing Arguments from a Flow​

  1. Open a Flow.​
  2. Select the Run Function Action
  3. Set a value for each of your arguments
    • You can make use of available Variables
    • Make sure the values passed match the selected arguments type

Functions Pass Arguments

Your arguments will now be passed to your Function.

Access an Argument​

You can access arguments passed to your Function by simply entering their name.

return first_name

Example output:

John