Questions
- How do I import a .zip file into Power Automate?
- What does "Create as new" mean during the import process?
- How do I handle connections when importing a flow?
- Why isn't my imported flow showing under My flows?
- How can I verify that the imported flow is working correctly?
Environment
This article applies to users who need to import a Microsoft Power Automate flow that has been shared or exported as a .zip file. Power Automate is Microsoft's workflow automation tool, available at make.powerautomate.com with a Microsoft 365 or organizational account. You must have permission to create flows and to establish connections with services such as Outlook, SharePoint, or Teams.
Resolution
- Go to make.powerautomate.com and sign in with your Microsoft account.
- In the left menu, select My flows.
- Select the Import button at the top of the page.
- Upload the .zip file containing your Power Automate flow.
- Under the Flow section in the Import Setup column, select Create as new and enter a new name for the flow. Creating as new makes a new version without overwriting existing flows.
- Under the Related Resources section, configure each connection the flow uses:
- Select an existing connection if one is already available for that service.
- If no connection exists, select + Create new and sign in to authorize the connection.
- Once all components are configured, select Import to complete the process.
- After a successful import, the flow appears under My flows. It is typically in an "Off" state by default.
- To turn on the flow, select the ••• (three dots) next to the flow name and choose Turn on.
- To verify the flow is working:
- Select the flow name to open it.
- Select Test from the top menu and run a manual or automatic test.
- Go to the Flow runs section to view the run history and check for successful executions, indicated by green checkmarks.
Additional Help
If you need further assistance, you have several options:
- Bowdoin Bot: Chat with Bowdoin Bot directly from any KB page for instant answers.
- Phone: Call the Bowdoin College Service Desk at (207) 725-3030.
- In person: Visit the Tech Hub in Smith Union during business hours.
- Submit a ticket: Request assistance through the Service Catalog.