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# Find Records
The **Find Records Action** allows you to search for records within a specific module based on certain criteria and use those records within the flow\.Topics Covered:
* [How to Configure Find Records Action](#how-to-configure-find-records-action)
* [Practical Example](#practical-example)
### How to Configure Find Records Action
While setting up a Smart Flow, select **Find Records** Action.
Once you select the **Find Records Action**, you will need to configure the following details:**Name**: Assign a concise and descriptive title for the action to clearly indicate its function.
* **Description**: Provide a brief overview of the action's purpose, explaining its role within the workflow.
* **Effective Module**: Identify the specific module from which you wish to retrieve records.
* **Filter Deal Records Using Given Conditions**: Establish the criteria that will be used to filter the records, ensuring you capture only the relevant entries based on your needs.
* **Sorting**: Specify the preferred method for organizing the retrieved records.Once the configuration is completed, hit **Save**.
### Practical Example
When a contact is deleted, our automation flow will trigger to ensure a clean database. It will first search for all activities linked to the deleted contact and then remove those activities automatically. This helps maintain organization and prevents clutter in your records.
