Note: this function is used only for the HTTP Upload and HTTP Download smart services. Authentication for general HTTP requests is managed using integrations and HTTP or Open API connected systems.
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a!httpAuthenticationBasic( username, password, preemptive )
Creates an object that contains the information required to perform HTTP Basic authentication.
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| Keyword | Type | Description |
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Text |
The username to use during the authentication. Created with |
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Text |
The password to use during the authentication. Created with |
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Boolean |
Determines whether or not authentication credentials are sent only after a 401 Not Authorized response or, when true, before the system has challenged. Default: false. |
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The table below lists this function's compatibility with various features in Appian.
| Feature | Compatibility | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Portals | Partially compatible | Can be used with Appian Portals if it is connected using an integration and web API. |
| Offline Mobile | Partially compatible | Can be used with offline mobile if it is loaded at the top of the form. |
| Sync-Time Custom Record Fields | Incompatible | |
| Real-Time Custom Record Fields | Incompatible | Custom record fields that evaluate in real time must be configured using one or more Custom Field functions. |
| Process Reports | Incompatible | Cannot be used to configure a process report. |
| Process Events | Incompatible | Cannot be used to configure a process event node, such as a start event or timer event. |