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Posted on by F_DPuthuff 7
Good morning all.
 
One of the first things I would like to do when I run my automation is have the File Explorer open asking me which text file I want to run through the automation.
 
Where is this tool? If it does not exist, what are some ideas that do not involve pasting in the entire path to the file?
 
TIA.
 
Frank
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    F_DPuthuff 7 on at
    Of course. As soon as I post this, I find the answer.
     
    It's under Message Boxes.
     
    And on we go...
     
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    kinuasa 799 Most Valuable Professional on at
    I suggest that trying the "Display select file dialog" action.
     

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