Track file volume in your output folder
See how much has accumulated in a Backendless output directory with a recurring file count.
Trigger
Recurring schedule
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Action
Get File Count
Count files in a directory.
Why this helps
A busy folder can grow unnoticed, making it hard to tell whether a document queue needs attention.
- Retrieves a file count for the selected directory.
- Can include subdirectories when configured for the action.
- Offers a lightweight recurring signal about folder volume.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect ActiveMerge and Backendless once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation named Output folder count.
- 3Tell Notis to count files in the specified Backendless directory and report the result.
- 4Choose a recurring schedule as the trigger.
- 5Select a report channel and test with one real output folder.
Questions about this workflow
Does a file count reveal which files are signed?
No. The count reports quantity, not document status. Use a source that provides status if you need that distinction.
Can the count include subdirectories?
The listed action supports including subdirectories. Specify whether they should count in your instruction.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link ActiveMerge to Backendless. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
ActiveMerge triggers
Backendless actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Copy File
Copy a file or directory in file storage.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Create Directory
Create a directory in file storage.
Create Backendless Hive
Create a Hive.
Create Backendless Timer
Create a timer for scheduled server-side tasks.
Delete Directory
Delete a directory from file storage.
Delete File
Permanently delete a file from storage; this cannot be undone.
Delete Backendless Timer
Immediately and permanently delete a timer, stopping scheduled runs; this cannot be undone.
Directory Listing
List files and directories in storage.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
ActiveMerge and Backendless, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
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