What This Tool Does
Real examples of how the connector helps your AI agent take action; like sending messages, updating records, or syncing data across tools.
Real-Time Lookup
Parse and retrieve specific field data from a positional file.
Example
"Extract client ID and status fields from today's batch file."
Memory Recall
Retrieve historical insights, data patterns, or configuration changes in Positional File Tool to support current analysis and decisions.
Example
"Get all batch transformation and data extraction logs from Positional File Tool."
Instant Reaction
Notify analyst if Positional File Tool export fails.
Example
"Send alert if report file fails to export from system."
Autonomous Routine
Monitor file generation jobs, export schedules, and sizes.
Example
"Daily export success/failure and file size report."
Agent-Initiated Action
Retry export job or route file to alternate path.
Example
"Auto-run backup export if first attempt fails."
Connect with Apps
See which platforms this connector is commonly used with to power cross-tool automation.
Google Sheets
Parse fixed-format files
Slack
Notify analysts on data parsing
Airtable
Store parsed values
Try It with Your Agent
Example Prompt:
"When Positional File Tool parses new input, store it in Airtable and notify analysts via Slack."
How to Set It Up
Quick guide to connect, authorize, and start using the tool in your Fastn UCL workspace.
1
Connect Positional File Tool in Fastn UCL: Navigate to the Connectors section and select Positional File Tool to connect.
2
Configure your file formats and encoding rules.
3
Enable actions like “parse_fixed_width” and “export_to_csv” in the Actions tab.
4
Use the AI Agent: Try prompts like “Parse report from fixed format input” or “Convert export to CSV.”
Why Use This Tool
Understand what this connector unlocks: speed, automation, data access, or real-time actions.
