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Function: Last characters​

This function helps you extract a specific number of characters from the end of any text you provide. It's useful for tasks like getting file extensions, the last digits of an ID, or a short preview of a longer message.

Input​

  • Text: The original piece of text you want to work with. (Type: STRING, Required)
  • Amount of characters: The number of characters you want to take from the very end of the text. (Type: NUMBER, Required)

Output​

  • Result: The portion of the original text containing the specified number of characters from the end. This value will be available in a variable named "Result" (or whatever custom name you provide) for use in later steps. (Type: STRING)

Execution Flow​

Real-Life Examples​

Example 1: Extracting a File Extension​

Imagine you have a list of file names and you want to quickly get their extensions.

  • Inputs:
    • Text: "report_q3_2023.pdf"
    • Amount of characters: 3
    • Result: "FileExtension"
  • Result: A new variable named FileExtension will be created, containing the text "pdf".

Example 2: Getting the Last Digits of an Order ID​

Suppose your order IDs are structured like "ORD-2024-00012345" and you only need the last few unique digits.

  • Inputs:
    • Text: "ORD-2024-00012345"
    • Amount of characters: 8
    • Result: "UniqueOrderID"
  • Result: A new variable named UniqueOrderID will be created, containing the text "00012345".

Example 3: Creating a Short Message Preview​

You have a long customer message and want to display a short preview in a notification.

  • Inputs:
    • Text: "Thank you for your inquiry. We have received your request and will get back to you within 24 hours."
    • Amount of characters: 15
    • Result: "MessagePreview"
  • Result: A new variable named MessagePreview will be created, containing the text "24 hours.".