EA Connect - Merge Files Task Documentation
This documentation provides an overview of the Merge Files Task feature in EA Connect. The Merge Files Task allows users to merge multiple files into a single output file within EA Connect.
¶ Creating & Executing the Merge Files Task
To create a Merge Files Task, follow these steps:
1.Open the EA Connect web application in your web browser.
2.Log in to your EA Connect account using your credentials.
3.Navigate to the "Build" menu.
4.Select the "Tasks" submenu.
5.In the Tasks section of EA Connect, click on the "Create New" button.
6.Provide a suitable name for the task to identify it in the future.
7.Select the "Merge Files" task type from the available options.
8.Specify the input files that need to be merged. You can select multiple files by clicking on the "Files" field and browsing the file system.
9.Optionally, enable the "Use First File's Header" checkbox if you want to include the header from the first file in the merged output file.
10.Provide a desired name for the output file that will be generated after merging.
11.Click on “Save” to save the task configuration.
12.Now go to “Flow” section and Click on “Create New”.
13.Fill required fields and click on “Add Task”. Then, select the Merge File Task.
14.Click on “Save” button to save the flow.
15.Now click on “Execute” button to execute the flow.
16.EA Connect will merge the files after the completion of the flow execution.
¶ Considerations
When using the Merge Files Task feature in EA Connect, consider the following the best practice considerations:
- Header Inclusion: Verify the accuracy of the first file's header if the "Use First File's Header" option is enabled.
- Output File Naming: Choose a meaningful and unique name for the output file to avoid overwriting existing files.
Following the best practice guidelines will help ensure the integrity and effectiveness of your file merging processes within EA Connect.
¶ Conclusion
The Merge Files Task feature in EA Connect allows users to merge multiple files into a single output file. By selecting the input files, configuring header inclusion, and specifying the output file name, users can consolidate data from different sources for further processing and analysis within their workflows and processes