Constant Tool

In a workflow, a constant is fixed value, numbers or text, that never changes.

As the name suggests, the value of the constant remains the same throughout the workflow as opposed to a variable, its opposite by definition, which changes as conditions or calculations require.

Construct a constant value by analyzing the actions to be performed in your workflow then determine whether a constant can serve a purpose in your calculations or flow of information.

A workflow can have multiple constant values with varying functions. Name your constants accordingly so you can use it multiple times in your workflows.

Create a workflow page in your plan to include a copy of each constant used within the plan. It helps you keep track of instances of the constant tool in use.

To set the Contant tool,

Click the tool in the toolbox when working with a canvas.
Click the tool again once a copy appears on your canvas.
Click Properties.
In the Constant box, enter your content characters.
Click OK.

Use Cases

Below are some use cases of the constant tool:

As an Address

See the City, State and Zip Use Case to see a common application of the Constant tool.

Numbers as Constant Values

Numbers appear in workflows as a single, whole number such as the number one (1) or can represent other values where calculations occur.

Binary Yes and No Constant Values

To create conditional (if/then) statements visually, one constant set as a Yes and another set as No will help you achieve your goal.

Sample Workflow Using Constants