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# Use the FileExists component

# Use the FileExists component {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Brazil  
Updated September 10, 2026  
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Find out whether the file you specify exists as part of an automation Workflow by using the FileExists component in RPA Desktop Design Studio.

## Before you begin

Role required: none

## About this task

You can configure the properties for the FileExists component. For more information
about these properties, see [Properties of the File components](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/yAiClLI5WYB22g9JOtBzWw "Learn about the properties of the File components in RPA Desktop Design Studio.").

## Procedure

1. In the Toolbox pane, navigate to UtilitiesFile.
2. Drag the FileExists component to the Design surface.
3. To configure the input field, see [Configure port properties](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/ED3jBpqtlHH8p~yFFmyRBQ "Configure how data is passed to the input fields of a component or method in RPA Desktop Design Studio.").
4. Connect the data and control ports of the FileExists component to the corresponding ports of the other components as described in the following table.  
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   | Port type | Purpose of connection | Mandatory? |
   |-|-|-|
   | Data In (filePath) | Takes the path to the file and the name of the file from a previously executed component. | Yes |
   | Data Out (Return) | Returns True if the specified file exists. Otherwise, it returns False and passes the output to another component. | Yes. To preview the data, right-click the Return field and click Preview Data. |
   | Control In | Connects to the Control Out port of one or more components. | Yes |
   | Control Out | Connects to the Control In port of another component or the default end component. | No. Connecting the port is optional. |
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5. **Optional:** To test the component, under the DESIGN tab, click Run.

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