Draw Excel Borders
  • 27 Jul 2023
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Step Details
Introduced in Version8.13.0
Last Modified in Version8.13.0
LocationData > Excel & CSV

The Draw Excel Borders step applies borders to cells, rows, or columns, creating clear demarcations and improving data readability. This is designed to enhance the visual presentation and organization of data within Excel spreadsheets. Create visually appealing and organized Excel spreadsheets that convey information effectively. Whether it's for financial reports, project tracking, or data analysis, this feature simplifies the process of adding borders, resulting in enhanced data visualization and improved overall spreadsheet aesthetics.


Properties

Inputs

PropertyDescriptionData Type
Cell

RowSpecify the row number to apply borders.
Int32

ColumnSpecify the column number to apply borders.
Int32
Edges

TopApply borders to the top edge of rows.
Boolean

BottomApply borders to the bottom edge of rows.
Boolean

LeftApply borders to the left edge of rows.
Boolean

RightApply borders to the right edge of rows.
Boolean
File

FileSpecify the Excel file to apply the borders.
FileData

File TypeThis input expects the type of Excel file format (e.g., .xlsx, .xls) associated with the "File" input.
ExcelFileType

Worksheet NumberIn case the Excel file contains multiple worksheets, this input allows users to specify the specific worksheet where to apply borders. The step will apply the borders to the first worksheet if left empty.
Int32
Style

ColorSelect the border color for the specified edges. Choose from a range of colors to match the aesthetic and style preferences of the Excel spreadsheet.
DesignerColor

WeightAdjust the thickness or weight of the borders applied.
LineWeight

Outputs

PropertyDescriptionData Type
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Common Errors

Parameter 'row' (or 'column') of 'DrawExcelBorders' can not be null

If the row or column inputs are not specified, the step will result in the following error; please ensure the inputs are mapped correctly.

Exception Message:

Exception Stack Trace: DecisionsFramework.BusinessRuleException: [BusinessRule] Parameter 'row' of 'DrawExcelBorders' can not be null at DecisionsFramework.Design.Flow.CoreSteps.InvokeMethodUtility.ThrowErrorIfNullIsNotAllowed(MethodInfo methodInfo, Object[] parameterValues, String errorMessage
 at DecisionsFramework.Design.Flow.StepImplementations.InvokeMethodStep.Run(StepStartData data
 at DecisionsFramework.Design.Flow.FlowStep.RunStepInternal(String flowTrackingID, String stepTrackingID, KeyValuePairDataStructure[] stepRunDataValues, AbstractFlowTrackingData trackingData
 at DecisionsFramework.Design.Flow.FlowStep.Start(String flowTrackingID, String stepTrackingID, FlowStateData data, AbstractFlowTrackingData trackingData, RunningStepData currentStepData)

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