UiPath-ADPv1 Resource Management Practice Question
A developer is creating a UiPath automation that must process invoices from a shared folder. The automation should move each processed invoice to an archive folder and log the transaction. The developer wants to ensure that the automation can handle multiple files and that each file is processed only once. Which activity should be used to retrieve the list of files from the shared folder?
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to confuse activities that operate on a single file with those that enumerate multiple files, such as assuming Move File can list files.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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For Each File in Folder
For Each File in Folder is the correct activity because it enumerates all files in a specified folder and allows the automation to process each file in a loop. It provides the file path for each iteration, enabling subsequent actions like moving and logging. Other activities either work on single files or perform actions that do not list files.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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For Each File in Folder
Why this is correct
For Each File in Folder iterates through all files in a specified folder and can be configured to process each file. It provides the file path for each iteration, allowing the automation to process and then move each file. This activity is designed for batch processing of files and ensures each file is handled individually.
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Move File
Why it's wrong here
Move File moves a file from one location to another, but it does not retrieve a list of files. It is used after a file has been identified and processed. The scenario requires first obtaining the list of files to process, so this activity alone does not solve the problem.
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Read Text File
Why it's wrong here
Read Text File reads the contents of a single text file into a string. It does not enumerate files in a folder. While it could be used to read each invoice's content after identifying it, it does not help with retrieving the list of files to process.
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Get File Info
Why it's wrong here
Get File Info retrieves metadata about a single file, such as size or last modified date. It does not enumerate multiple files or provide a list. Using it would require knowing each file path in advance, which is not efficient for processing a folder of invoices.
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