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# File Uploaded

* The **File Uploaded** trigger activates a flow when a file is uploaded to a specific record. This can initiate automated actions based on the upload.

* **Topics covered:** -

* [How to Configure File Uploaded Trigger](#how-to-configure-file-uploaded-trigger)

* [Practical Example](#practical-example)

### How to Configure File Uploaded Trigger

While creating the Trigger Based Flow, select File Uploaded trigger.

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Once selected, you would then need to configure the block.As you click on the block, a pop will open to add following details.

* **Name:** Enter a clear, descriptive name to identify the purpose of the trigger in the flow

* **Description:** Write a brief explanation of what the trigger does and how it fits into the flow

* **Triggering Module:** Choose the specific module where the file upload will activate the trigger. Hit on **Save** to save the information.

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### Practical Example

Suppose you want your compliance team to verify all the docs associated with contacts. Whenever a new document is uploaded inside the contact record, the compliance team will get a task to verify the newly uploaded doc.

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