In flow chart why we should use flow decision activity instead of using IF activity for decision based automation?

If i am using sequence there we can use IF activity and if using flow chart we use flow decision activity but in flow chart as well if i used if activity it is working but why we should use flow decision instead of using IF?

@Shashank_Patil

In UiPath, when working within a Sequence, the “If” activity is suitable for simple conditional checks. It’s straightforward to set up and fits well within linear workflows. However, when working in a Flowchart, it’s recommended to use the “Flow Decision” activity instead of the “If” activity for a few reasons.

The “Flow Decision” activity is better equipped for managing complex decision logic. Its inclusion in the Flowchart enhances visual clarity by representing different decision paths clearly. If your workflow involves multiple branches based on various conditions, the “Flow Decision” activity’s capacity for multiple outcomes makes it a more elegant choice.

Moreover, Flowcharts are great for encapsulating decision-making modules, improving modularity and reusability. The ability to include error handling activities directly within the Flowchart enhances error management. When collaborating with a team, Flowcharts make it easier for team members to understand, maintain, and enhance the automation, thanks to the intuitive visual representation.

@Shashank_Patil

It is for readability

basically inside flow chart if you use if then each activity needs to be again opened to check instead if you use flow decision then it is visible as a chart for you.

Also the choice depends on what we want to do next and how readable we are making the code visually as well

Just imagine a code with 5 nested if conditions and the same with flow decisions…it would be much easier with decisions to understand where it is going and what is happening inside them

cheers