Get Selected Text from Word Document Action

Get Selected Text from Word Document Action retrieves the text that is highlighted (selected) in an open Word document. The selected text is stored in an output variable for further processing in the workflow.

Appearance

In Talos, Get Selected Text from Word Document Action appears as a standard rectangular node with a capital T icon.

Properties

As all Actions, Get Selected Text from Word Document Action has a few unique properties that are essential for its functionality.

Common properties

Common properties inherited from Action.

Display NameString

This is the display name of the action.

By customizing this property, you can differentiate between same type of actions.

Action IDString

Indicates the unique ID of this action.

This property is Read only and it is not customizable

DisabledBoolean

If set to true, this action is considered disabled and will not be executed.

Word Document VariableString

The variable containing the Word document instance.

Output VariableVariable

Variable to store the retrieved selected text.