Set a Fallback Value for Possibly Empty Text Using the "Fallback Value" Text Helper

Keragon’s Fallback Value Text Helper allows you to define a default value when the input text is empty or null. This ensures that critical fields are never left blank, improving data quality and preventing workflow errors.

How to Use the Fallback Value Text Helper

00:00: Learn how to set a fallback value in your text using the fallback value action 00:04: in caragon. 00:06: First go to your workflow editor. 00:10: Click the plus icon. 00:13: Access the helper options 00:16: Choose the text helper option. 00:19: Select the fallback value action 00:22: Click on the value field 00:25: Map the value that you want to check if it's empty or not. 00:29: Next click on the fallback field 00:32: Enter the desired fallback value 00:35: Safe the changes 00:38: Perform a test step. 00:41: Access the outputs tab 00:44: You should see the fallback value here if the input data is empty. 00:49: This guide covered the process of setting a fallback value within your text using 00:53: the fallback value action in caragon.

• Open your workflow editor.

• Click the + icon to add a new step.

• In the step selection panel, click "Helpers".

• From the Helpers options, select "Text Helpers".

• Choose the "Fallback Value" action.

• Click the Value field.

• Use the Variable Selector to map the variable you want to check for empty or null values.

• Click the Fallback field.

• Enter the desired fallback value that should be used if the input is empty.

• Click "Save" to apply changes.

• Click "Test Step" to preview the result.

• Go to the Outputs tab to view the final value.

Example Result: If the original value is empty, the fallback value "Guest" will be used instead.

By using the Fallback Value Text Helper, you can ensure that critical fields always have a value, even if the expected data is missing.