Cloud File Access - Write File - Transfer Object
Cloud File Access – Write File transfer objects can upload files to the cloud and modify existing files in the cloud. Container/bucket names can be selected from the cloud, and file names can be selected from the cloud or specified as constants. You can configure the transfer object directly within the flow as described.
After double-clicking the transfer object, configure the following properties:
Section: Output Container/Bucket
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Output Container/Bucket | Target container/bucket: dynamic or static. If the target container is dynamic, it can be specified at runtime via an item link. |
Section: Existing Files
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Transfer Options | Overwrite: The destination file is completely replaced by the new file. Generate Error: If a target file already exists, the transfer is aborted with an error. Ignore: The file is not written. |
Section: File Settings
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Dynamic or Static File Name | Select a static file name or pass a file name at runtime via an item link. |
| Prefix with UTC Timestamp | If enabled, the current UTC timestamp is prepended to the file name. For example, the file “test.txt” becomes “20191204_095646_test.txt”. |
| Write binary data | Select this option if you want to write a binary file. (e.g., *.doc, *.jpg, *.xlsx). |
| Write Text | Select this if you want to write a simple text file. You can also select the file encoding. |