# Create a Workflow

To create a new workflow, follow these steps:

1. On the main screen, click the + icon located on the toolbar to begin creating a new item.\
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2. In the **Select item to create** window, choose **Workflow** from the list of available items. 
3. Once selected, the workflow creation screen will appear. 

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4. Follow the instructions provided on **Workflows** → [Create a Workflow](/data-shaper-1.21/knowing-the-data-shaper-designer/workflows/create-workflow.md) page to complete the setup. This involves naming the workflow, defining its structure, and configuring all necessary parameters. \
   There are two **essential parameters** for ensuring proper communication between Data Shaper and Data Mover:

   * inputPath&#x20;
   * outputPath

   They must be configured in the **Workflow properties** section following these steps:&#x20;

   1. Click anywhere in the workflow creation screen.
   2. In the window that appears, select **Edit workflow**. <br>

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   3. In the **Workflow Properties** window, click the **Parameters** tab.
   4. Enter inputPath and outputPath in the **Parameter** column.&#x20;
   5. Optionally enter additional parameters, according to your needs.&#x20;
   6. Click **OK** to confirm.

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Once completed, the workflow is ready to be associated with an Asynchronous Web Service and published to Data Mover.


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