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Get previous step

Function: Get previous step​

This action helps you find the unique identifier (code) of the step that comes before the currently active step in a Stepper UI element on your page. It's useful for navigating backward in multi-step processes or implementing logic based on the user's previous position.

Input​

  • Stepper UI Element: Specify the Stepper UI element on your page from which you want to retrieve the previous step's code. This is a required input.
    • Type: UI Element (specifically a Stepper)

Output​

  • Result: The unique identifier (code) of the previous step. This value will be stored in a variable you specify, or in a default variable named 'PREVIOUS_STEP'.
    • Type: Number

Execution Flow​

Real-Life Examples​

Here are some practical ways you can use the "Get previous step" action:

Example 1: Navigating back in a multi-step application form​

Imagine you have a multi-step application form (e.g., for a loan or job application) built with a Stepper UI element. When a user clicks a "Back" button, you want to automatically move them to the previous step.

  • Inputs:
    • Stepper UI Element: LoanApplicationStepper (the Stepper UI element on your page)
  • Result: The numerical code of the step immediately preceding the current one (e.g., 2 if the user was on step 3) is stored in the PREVIOUS_STEP variable. You can then use another action, like "Set Stepper Step," to navigate to the step identified by PREVIOUS_STEP.

Example 2: Displaying a specific message when returning to a review section​

Consider an e-commerce checkout process where users can review their order before confirming. If a user goes back from the "Payment" step to the "Review Order" step, you might want to display a reminder message.

  • Inputs:
    • Stepper UI Element: CheckoutStepper (your checkout Stepper UI element)
  • Result: The numerical code of the previous step (e.g., 3 if the user was on step 4) is stored in the PREVIOUS_STEP variable. You can then use a conditional action: IF PREVIOUS_STEP is "3" THEN Show Message "Please double-check your order details before proceeding to payment."

Example 3: Tracking user progress in a setup wizard​

For a new user onboarding or product setup wizard, you might want to log or track which step a user was on before they decided to go back.

  • Inputs:
    • Stepper UI Element: OnboardingWizard (the Stepper UI element for your wizard)
  • Result: The numerical code of the step the user was on before moving back (e.g., 1 if they were on step 2) is stored in the PREVIOUS_STEP variable. This value can then be used to update a user's progress record in your database or send an analytics event.