Write ZIP File
Overview:
The Write Zip File block enables users to create a zip file containing multiple files with specific names and contents. This block supports various file types, making it ideal for efficient file organization and sharing.
Supported file types include .pdf, .csv, .txt, and .md inside the zip files.
Inputs & Outputs
| I/O | Feature | Type | Simple Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| input | zip_file_name | file | The designated name you wish to assign to the zip file being created. |
| input | file_type | selector | The type of files included in the zip. Supported options are .pdf, .json, .csv, .txt, .html, and .docx. |
| input | file_names | string[] | An array of names for the individual files that will be packed into the zip file. |
| input | file_contents | string[] | An array containing content strings corresponding to each of the specified filenames within the zip. |
| output | zip_file_name | string | The name of the created zip file. |
Use Cases
Consider how this block can enhance efficiency in practical applications:
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Document Compilation: When preparing various documents for an event or distribution (like reports or presentations), this block simplifies packaging them into a single downloadable archive.
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Backup Creation: It is beneficial for generating backups by consolidating multiple important documents into one secure storage location.
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Data Compression: If you’re working with numerous text-based datasets or log files and need to save space on your system or server, compressing them together in a single zipped format is highly effective.
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File Transfer: In situations where you need to send several documents over email or through network transfer quickly, creating a compact zip archive speeds up this process significantly.
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Batch Processing: For any analysis tasks requiring grouped data inputs—like statistical analysis from multiple CSVs—this tool helps streamline workflows by organizing everything neatly within one accessible package.
In summary, whenever there’s a necessity to combine related files efficiently into one accessible entity while providing ease of transfer/storage capabilities, look no further than the Write Zip File block!
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