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I have a flow where I create a folder and then create a file in sharepoint. I then want to turn the file into a PDF from .docx using:

(Word Business) Convert Word Doc to PDF

What do I put in the File field to dynamically provide the file in sharepoint from create file?

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Amanthaper 441 on at

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Hi,
Are you dynamically creating a few folder and word doc within that folder each time the flow runs?
Also, is there a "Create new folder" Sharepoint action above the "create file" Sharepoint action in your flow which is not shown in your pic?
Can you please show the actions prior to the convert word to pdf action?
I think I may have the solution for you.

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@Amanthaper- I am. Here is the flow:

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I'm sure there are a few different ways to do this. It's just a matter of stitching together the correct Sharepoint paths.
Below is a working example of one method.
I've replicated as much of your flow as possible and everything's dynamic. Referencing this example should do the trick.

Here are the outputs from my testing. Dynamic SP folders with dynamic word and pdf files. All content is accurate.

STEPS BELOW

1-3. A replication of your flow. Note the content references from the action outputs. Just mirror these in your flow. Play close attention to the forward slashes.

4. Sharepoint create file action to make the PDF.

5. Reference the Word Doc name but replace the extension for the PDF file. using this formula:
replace(outputs('Create_Word_Doc')?['body/Name'],'.docx','.pdf')

I'm sure there are a few different ways to do this. It's just a matter of stitching together the correct Sharepoint paths.Below is a working example of one method.I've replicated as much of your flow as possible and everything's dynamic. Referencing this example should do the trick.Here are the outputs from my testing. Dynamic SP folders with dynamic word and pdf files. All content is accurate.STEPS BELOW1-3. A replication of your flow. Note the content references from the action outputs. Just mirror these in your flow. Play close attention to the forward slashes.4. Sharepoint create file action to make the PDF.5. Reference the Word Doc name but replace the extension for the PDF file. using this formula:replace(outputs('Create_Word_Doc')?['body/Name'],'.docx','.pdf')

Hope this helps,

Aman T.

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That worked beautifully. Thank you!

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No worries - glad that worked out for you.

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I am having the same problem where i cannot convert my word template to PDF using dynamic content. I am getting an error that
The selected file doesn't exist, please select a valid file and drive

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