Open File
Actiondoc.viewfinder
action.open_file
Open a file in its default application using macOS Launch Services. For example, a .pdf opens in Preview, a .png in Photos, and a .txt in TextEdit. The file path supports payload variable interpolation.
Ports
| Direction | Name | Data Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Input | Input | Any | Incoming payload |
| Output | Output | Any | Passthrough after file opens |
Configuration
| Field | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| filePath | File Picker | — | Path to the file to open. Supports {{var}} interpolation. |
Output Variables
| Variable | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| opened | Boolean | Whether the file was opened |
| filePath | String | The resolved file path |
Example
Open a newly created report: