Values · Value
Replace with pattern
Swap every part that fits a pattern.
text.regex_replace
In a flow
“Works out replace with pattern whenever a step wired to it needs the answer.”
'call 555-1234' [0-9] → 'call ***-****'
What it does
Swap every part that fits a pattern. It's a value node: no white pins, it works out its answer when a step wired to it needs it. It gives 2 values later steps can use. Find it under Values in the palette.
When to use it
Use it when a step needs a value worked out first: swap every part that fits a pattern.
When not to
For a value that never changes, type it into the setting instead of wiring a node.
Typical wiring
Sockets: settings you can wire
- Text Text
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The text to change, like a message.
What goes there: Type it in the side panel, or wire in text. e.g. Hello there
If it's empty: Optional. Left empty and unwired, the step runs without it.
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- Replace with Text
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What to put in place of each match, as it is, like ***.
What goes there: Type it in the side panel, or wire in text. e.g. Hello there
If it's empty: Optional. Left empty and unwired, the step runs without it.
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Values it gives
- Text Text
-
The changed text. e.g. Hello there
If it's empty: Empty when the step didn't make one (it stopped early or was skipped); steps reading it get nothing.
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- Replaced Number
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How many parts were swapped. e.g. 42
If it's empty: Empty when the step didn't make one (it stopped early or was skipped); steps reading it get nothing.
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