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📄 Flow

Automatically open a file or app in RunMacro

What it does

The Open File command launches an app, opens a document or a path — like double-clicking it. It can pass command-line arguments and run as Administrator.

When to use it

Open an app to work with at the start of a workflow (e.g. Notepad, Chrome).
Open a document/data file to process.
Run a program with command-line arguments.

Configuration steps

Add a Flow › Open File / App command.
Enter the path to the file/app (e.g. notepad.exe).
(Optional) enter arguments and enable run as Admin.
Add a Wait afterward so the app can open. Save.

Every option explained

File path

The path to the app, document, or file to open.

Arguments

Command-line arguments passed to the program (if needed).

Run as Admin

Enable to open with Administrator rights (some apps require it).

Real example

Example: open Notepad then type

Open File with notepad.exe.
Wait 1000ms for Notepad to open.
Type Text the desired content.

Tips & common mistakes

Always add a Wait after opening so the app is ready before the next step.

Run as Admin may show a UAC prompt that needs manual confirmation.