Import Data from File
Last modified: September 1, 2024
This activity can only be used in Microflows.
This activity is in Studio Pro 10.6 and above.
Introduction
The Import data from file activity can be used in a microflow to integrate data from an Excel file into your Mendix app. The activity can be found under Integration activities in the Toolbox.
Before using this activity, make sure you have created a Data Importer document using the Data Importer extension.
Properties
Drag the Import data from file activity into your microflow and double-click it to view its properties:
The following are the properties in the Input section:
- File – name of file from which you want to import data
- Data importer document – the Data Importer document created by going to Add other > Data Importer
The following are the properties in the Output section:
- Use return variable – if set to yes, you will be asked to give it a name
- Variable name – the result of the activity will be given this name