Settings tab allows choosing how a simultaneous execution of the same Task is handled. Depending on triggering parameters and Task execution specifics, it may happen that an earlier executed instance of the Task is still running (or even only queued) when another instance is being launched. When configuring Task's multiple instance handling, a careful consideration has to be taken on whether its structure allows for running of parallel instances or only sequential instance execution can work.
It is also possible to set Task working folder. The parameter will be used for path specification for all Actions that do not explicitly point to particular location. Task maximum run time specifies the amount of time after which the Task will be forcefully terminated.
Task settings properties
| Settings properties | Description |
| Start in folder | Specify Task working folder which will be used as a default path if not specified otherwise. Note that during Task execution the current folder can be changed by using Change current folder Action. |
| If an instance of already running (or queued) task is being executed | Select how new instance of already running Task will be handled. Depending on Task architecture user can choose one of the following scenarios:
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| Stop task instance that runs longer than | Specify the maximum time limit for running an instance of the Task. |
| Time units |  Allows precise specifying of time periods in milliseconds, seconds, minutes, hours or days. |
| Browse |  Use Browse button to specify particular file or folder on disk, on LAN (local area network) shares, etc. |
- Previous Task property (Log)
- Next Task property (Run As)
- Task properties 8 of 9
Return to origin
- The value specified as Start in folder parameter can be retrieved from any Action within the Task by using Task start in folder value from Task Properties group of Automation Workshop category in Variable Wizard.