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Refresh page

Function: Refresh page​

This action allows you to instantly reload the current page that your users are viewing in their browser. It's useful for ensuring that the latest data or changes are displayed without requiring the user to manually refresh.

Input,

This action does not require any specific inputs from you. It simply acts on the page currently open in the user's browser.

Output,

This action does not produce any direct output that you can use in subsequent steps. Its effect is a visual refresh of the page.

Execution Flow,

Real-Life Examples,

Here are a few scenarios where you might use the "Refresh page" action:

  1. After Submitting a Form:

    • Scenario: You have a form where users submit new data (e.g., adding a new customer, creating a task). After the form is successfully submitted and the data is saved, you want the page to reload to show the newly added item in a list or to clear the form fields for a new entry.
    • Inputs: None
    • Result: The current page reloads, displaying the updated list of items or a fresh, empty form.

  2. Updating a Dashboard or Report:

    • Scenario: A user makes a change in one part of your application that affects a dashboard or report displayed on another part of the same page. You want to ensure the dashboard immediately reflects these changes.
    • Inputs: None
    • Result: The current page reloads, and the dashboard or report components are updated with the latest data.

  3. Resetting a User Interface View:

    • Scenario: You have a complex page with many filters, sorting options, or interactive elements. A user might want to quickly reset the entire view to its default state. You can add a "Reset View" button that triggers this action.
    • Inputs: None
    • Result: The current page reloads, returning all filters, sorting, and interactive elements to their initial default settings.