Convert a Table to Text

Converts a table into its text (string) representation.

Overview

This procedure converts a table into a plain text (string) representation. It's useful for exporting or displaying table data as a readable string.

Syntax

Below is a line-by-line overview of the automation syntax. Expand each line to learn more.

convert the table to a string

What does it do?

Instructs the system to convert the table to a text string.

Where does it go?

This phrase should be written on a new line.

Is it required?

✅ Yes — This phrase is required.

Does it require data?

✅ Yes — A reference to the table must be previously defined in the automation.

Examples

1. Convert a Sample Table to Text

Automation

create a sample table
convert the table to a string

Results

the string

[{"Name":"john","Number":"+ 1 [phone]","Address":"123 east street","City":"San Francisco"},{"Name":"joe","Number":"+ 1 [phone]","Address":"321 west street","City":"San Jose"},{"Name":"jack","Number":"+ 1 [phone]","Address":"213 north street","City":"San Francisco"}]