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AWS S3 Plugin – List Action
Summary (SEO Meta Description):
The List Action of the AWS S3 Plugin retrieves a list of objects stored in an Amazon S3 bucket.
It allows workflows to browse or process multiple files programmatically.
Overview
The List Action enables your workflow to list all objects within a specific S3 bucket (or under a chosen prefix/folder).
This is useful for inventory management, batch processing, or triggering downstream tasks for each object.
Typical Use Cases:
- Generate a dynamic list of files for processing or download
- Audit bucket contents for compliance or storage analysis
- Feed a batch processing workflow with all files matching a prefix
- Monitor and process new files uploaded to a bucket
⚙️ Configuration
| Field | Description | Type / Options |
|---|---|---|
| Label | Custom name for the action | String |
| Select connection | Choose or create a secure AWS S3 connection | Connection |
| Resource Type | Select the S3 bucket whose objects you want to list | Dropdown |
FAQ
Q: Can I filter the listed objects?
A: Yes. Use prefixes or folder paths within the S3 bucket to narrow down the results.
Q: Does this action return object metadata?
A: Yes. It includes key details such as object name, size, and last modified date.
Q: Is there a limit to the number of objects returned?
A: Amazon S3 paginates results; the action retrieves all results by handling pagination automatically.
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