Collapsing ALL containers simultaneously

Is there a way to collapse (or expand) all containers at the same time. I have a ridiculously messy workflow with tons of containers and would like to be able to open and close them all quickly.

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jdunkerley79

You can do it by editing the XML of the workflow replacing <Folded value="False" /> with <Folded value="True" /> but not sure of any way to do within designer.

SeanAdams

Hey @MsBindy

the first time you look at things in XML it can be intimidating, but let me walk you through it.

go to the folder where you store the workflow
start up the windows application called Notepad (start/notepad)
Then open your alteryx flow with Notepad - you'll see a bunch of text with < and > type characters
- it's worth you taking a look through this text - it's often quite human-readable - I found it to be less intimidating than it sounds
Then hit ctrl-H (shortcut key for replace), and do the text replace that @jdunkerley79 recommended above.

If you can get Notepad++ on your machine that will be even neater

Give it a try - understanding how to get into the XML behind an alteryx flow will open up a whole spectrum of possibilities for you.

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jdunkerley79

You can do it by editing the XML of the workflow replacing <Folded value="False" /> with <Folded value="True" /> but not sure of any way to do within designer.

MsBindy

That's not in my skill set But thanks for helping.

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