Configure parallel branches in a workflow

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To configure a parallel branch, complete the following procedures in the workflow editor.

A parallel branch is essentially a workflow that runs in the context of a parent workflow.

Name a branch

Follow these steps to enter a name for a parallel branch.

1. Right-click the parallel branch, and then click Properties. The Properties form is displayed.
2. In the left pane, click Basic Settings.
3. In the Name field, enter a unique name for the parallel branch.
4. Click Close.

Design and configure the elements of a branch

Follow these steps to design and configure the elements of a parallel branch.

1. Double-click the parallel branch.
2. Drag workflow elements onto the canvas, and then configure the elements, just as you would to create any other workflow. For more information, see Create workflows overview.

Additional resources

Create workflows overview