Should I create App or Macro?

Need to create a reusable workflow which will be used by multiple people in my department. This workflow must have the ability to incorporate into other workflows. It will summarize sales results for a given timeframe. The timeframe will vary user-to-user so it should have Start & End date input parameters. My thought is to use the Date Interface tool for date inputs, however this only works when saved as an APP. I need a repeatable workflow which can be used within another workflow, which screams "macro" to me.

Please let me know if you need more info. Any advice or assistance is greatly appreciated!!!

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CharlieS

All I did to your macro was add a Macro Output tool so the macro has a way to output the results into whatever workflow it is a part of. Now when the macro is added to a new workflow, the user can click on that macro to adjust date ranges and incorporate the results.

Let me know if this works for you.

20190904-QueryMacro.yxzp

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OllieClarke

It sounds like you want a macro. The date interface tool works with macros as well as apps, just ensure you have the workflow saved as a macro, rather than an app. (in the workflow section of the configuration pane)

CharlieS

The voice saying "macro" is correct. Macros can definitely support input from the Date interface tool, so maybe there's some mechanics we can help with?

If possible, share your workflow (with a Text Input of sample data) and I'm sure the Community will have lots of helpful knowledge.

bertal34

I saved the workflow as a macro. When running, the date input calendar does not pop-up. Attachment - I know you won't have access to my datasource but should still be able to see what I'm trying to do.

macro try.yxmc

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