Open PDF Document Action

Open PDF Document Action opens a PDF document file from a local path and stores it in a PDF object variable for subsequent data extraction, reading, or form field manipulation.

Appearance

In Talos, Open PDF Document Action appears as a standard rectangular node with a PDF file-open icon.

Properties

As with all Actions, Open PDF Document Action has a set of unique properties required 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 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.

File PathString

The absolute or relative file path to the PDF file to open.

Must point to a valid .pdf file. Supports expressions.

Output VariableString

The variable name to store the opened PDF document object.

The result is stored as an RPA PDF object, which is needed by downstream PDF actions.

PasswordString

The password to unlock the PDF file if it is encrypted.

Optional. Supports expressions. Leave empty if the PDF is not encrypted.