See how many files are in a Backendless directory
Keep an eye on a folder's size with a simple recurring 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 growing file store can be hard to notice when there is no quick way to check its size.
- Retrieve a file count for a specified directory.
- Review the count on a schedule you choose.
- Spot unexpected growth more easily when you provide a baseline.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Backendless once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, and give it a clear name.
- 3Describe the directory to count and any baseline or change that should be highlighted.
- 4Choose a recurring schedule as the trigger.
- 5Choose a report channel, then test with a known directory.
Questions about this workflow
Does the action return file names?
No. Get File Count returns a count, not a directory listing.
Can it flag unusual growth?
Provide a baseline or expected range in your instruction for comparison.
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Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Adafruit IO to Backendless. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Adafruit IO 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.
Adafruit IO and Backendless, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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