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# Automations FAQ
How to avoid endless loop
The system does not trigger further automations from within an automation, so infinite technical loops are prevented.
However, when using AI actions (such as content generation), the generated output may differ each time, potentially causing repeated overwrites if not properly conditioned.
To avoid overwriting existing content repeatedly, add a condition to prevent continuous loops. Ex: set operator to "is empty".
Can I use variables in the edit attribute value action on text area attribute?
Yes.
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