Fields
Fields are powerful features that simplify the configuration of actions and triggers by capturing data. Each field is crafted with care including a field name, field label, and field placeholder.
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Fields are powerful features that simplify the configuration of actions and triggers by capturing data. Each field is crafted with care including a field name, field label, and field placeholder.
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When referencing a field in your workflow's steps, you'll want to identify whether it's a required or optional field. All required fields are marked with a red asterisk.
To ensure the workflow is completed successfully, please make sure to fill in any required fields you see in a step. Your attention to these details will help you move forward smoothly!
Text fields are a key feature in MESA, making configuration a breeze. The field name sets up the configuration, the field label gives clear details on how to use it, and the placeholder offers a handy example of the expected input. Here’s a great example of a text field in action:
Drop-down menu fields are fantastic for selecting from a list of predefined options. You'll recognize them by the arrow pointing down at the end of the field. There are a few different kinds of drop-down menus within steps:
Typeahead
The drop-down menu shows suggestions as you type, letting you quickly choose from a list of matching options.
Select List
The drop-down menu with predefined options will appear for you to select from. Here is an example of where to select:
Custom Value
Custom Option with a Text Input
Custom Option with a Variable
Multi-select List
The drop-down menu allows you to pick more than one option from a list
Boolean
The drop-down menu lets you select between two options, such as "Yes" or "No" or "True" or "False."
Here is an example file field:
Mapping fields are straightforward and powerful, consisting of two parts: 'Key' and 'Value.' They’re often used to create key/value pairs from static, manually entered data. Sometimes, you’ll enter the key of a property manually while pulling the value from another service.
They’re also great for passing extra information to or from an API. When needed, mapping fields allow you to send key/value pairs, which are then converted into an object by the API.
Here is an example of the mapping fields:
Sometimes, you may want to capture more specific information or add preferences. Selecting the More Options button allows you to add optional fields to a step. Here is an example of where to find that:
In certain instances, you will want to use a from a previous step or a hard-coded value that did not appear in the drop-down list. Simply select "Enter custom product ID" to access the variable selector or enter your own custom value:
File fields work like text fields but are designed to accept a URL. This URL needs to be publicly accessible and should not require authentication for MESA to access it. Currently, Google Drive and Dropbox URLs are not supported, and direct file uploads aren’t available in MESA. Instead, we suggest uploading your files to a service like and then using the URL provided.
