String Manipulation (Variable) Wildcard

[Sharon_c]

Hi,
I’m using string manipulation (Variable) node as a input file path variable for file reader node.
The string manipulation Expression is something like - join(“file:”,$${Slocal_path}$$, “\Input folder”, “\file_name.dat”)
Is there a way to add * for wildcard in the file name? (because file name arrives daily to the folder with date file_name_ddmm.dat)

Thanks!

[ipazin]

Hello @Sharon_c,

no. But why not use flow variable for it as well?

Br,
Ivan

[Sharon_c]

hmm… because it might be too complex.
What is the most efficient method to deal with the issue? I’m using a lot of input files…

[ipazin]

Hello @Sharon_c,

your current design seems complex. I would try List Files/Folders node with loop but hard to make proper suggestion when unaware of your process and requirements.

Br,
Ivan