Overview of cloud flows
Create a cloud flow when you want your automation to be triggered either automatically, instantly, or via a schedule.
This video gives an overview of cloud flows.
Flow type | Use case | Automation target |
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Automated flows | Create an automation that is triggered by an event such as arrival of an email from a specific person, or a mention of your company in social media. | Connectors for cloud or on-premises services connect your accounts and enable them to talk to each other. |
Instant flows | Start an automation with a click of a button. You can automate for repetitive tasks from your Desktop or Mobile devices. For example, instantly send a reminder to the team with a push of a button from your mobile device. | Wide range of tasks such as requesting an approval, an action in Teams or SharePoint. |
Scheduled flows | Schedule an automation such as daily data upload to SharePoint or a database. | Tasks that need to be automated on a schedule. |
If you're ready to start your Power Automate project, visit the guidance and planning article to get up and running quickly. |
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