Continue Block
The Continue Block is used inside loops, like the While Loop or Do While Loop, to skip the current iteration and move to the next one. This helps control the loop's flow when a condition is met, allowing the loop to continue without executing the remaining actions in the current iteration.
Overview
The Continue Block allows you to bypass specific steps in the loop and proceed with the next iteration. It is useful when you want to skip certain logic and quickly move to the next cycle in the loop.
Configuring the Continue Block
1. Title & Description
- Title: Name your continue block.
- Description: Describe why this block is used in your workflow.
Example:
- Title: Skip Iteration if Order Processed
- Description: Skips the iteration if the order is already processed.
2. Placing the Continue Block
Place the Continue Block inside your loop where you want to skip the current iteration and move to the next. Typically, this is placed after a condition check.
| Field | Description | Example Input |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Provide a name for the continue block. | Skip Iteration if Order is Completed |
| Description | Explain the purpose of the continue block. | Skips iteration if the order is completed. |
3. Condition for Skipping the Iteration
Define the condition that triggers the continuation. If the condition is met, the current iteration will be skipped.
Example:
If the order status is Completed, the iteration will be skipped.
| Field | Description | Example Input |
|---|---|---|
| Condition | Define the condition that determines whether to continue. | {order_status == 'Completed'} |
4. Example Use Case
Skipping Processed Orders
- Action Before Continue Block: Check if the order is processed.
- Condition: If
order_status == 'Completed', skip the current iteration. - Continue Block: The loop moves to the next iteration without executing the remaining logic for the completed order.
Example:
If the order status is Completed, the loop will skip processing that order and move to the next.
Why Use the Continue Block?
- Control Flow: Skips unnecessary steps and continues with the next iteration when conditions are met.
- Simplified Logic: Helps maintain clean and efficient workflow logic within loops.
- Improved Efficiency: Prevents redundant actions within loops, optimizing workflow performance.
Final Thoughts
The Continue Block is a powerful tool for controlling loop iterations. By skipping over unnecessary actions based on conditions, it ensures your loop runs only when necessary, optimizing workflow execution.