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# New File Router Action Item

Selecting **File Router Action** creates a **New File Router Action Item** under the **Action Steps Tab**.

Click on the item to access the fields.

## Fields

| Field Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Active | Tick this box to make this step “*active*”. You can skip this step by deactivating it. |
| Source Data | Select the **File Definition** whose file you wish to route to different locations. There must be an item under the **Data** tab that this step can reference. |
| Routing Events | Create routing events to test conditions on whether to route the file. For each test you can assign a **File Connection** where the file will be routed to if the test succeeds. |