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Native Action - Open File

The Open File action allows users to open a file on their device using the default app associated with the file type. It supports file paths and dynamic inputs, including the file path output from the Download File action.

To use the Open File action in your workflow:

  1. Navigate to Native in your action flow and select the Open File task.

  2. Specify the file path and file type.

Open File Action
Native Action - Open File

Configuration Overview

Configuration FieldDescriptionExample
File PathThe path of the file to open. Use static paths or dynamic inputs from another action (e.g., {{DownloadFile.FILEPATH}})./storage/emulated/0/test.pdf
File TypeThe MIME type of the file to open. Specify a format like application/pdf, text/plain, etc.application/pdf
Open File Action
Native Action - Open File Configuration

After configuration, the Open File action opens the specified file using the default app on the user's device that supports the file type.