Description
The fromParent function retrieves a value from the parent task, if available. This is useful when information from a parent task is needed in a subtask.
Syntax
fromParent(expression)
Arguments
| Argument | Description |
|---|---|
expression |
The expression to be evaluated. This can include flavors, fields, or other expressions to retrieve values from the parent task. |
Return Types
The function returns the value of the specified expression from the parent task. If the value does not exist, an empty value is returned.
Examples
| Description | Formula | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Retrieve a flavor value from the parent task |
fromParent("flavor('Unicorn')")
|
🐪 |
| Retrieve a value from a custom field |
fromParent("field('Status')")
|
In Progress |
| Return a numeric value |
fromParent("flavor('Budget')")
|
15000 |
Notes
- The function can only retrieve values from the direct parent task.
- If the specified parent task does not exist or the value is empty, an empty return value is provided.
- Particularly useful for calculations or passing information between tasks in hierarchical structures.
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