products:cockpit:1.0:userguide:monitoring:crons
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Crons
Allows users to manage and schedule recurring tasks through cron expressions. On this page you can create, edit, and view schedules for periodic operations
Purpose
- Define and manage recurring tasks using cron expressions
- Provide a centralized view of all scheduled tasks
- Enable customization and flexibility for scheduling operations
Definition
A cron entry is defined by:
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Display Name | A user-friendly name forcron entry |
| Description | An optional description providing context |
| Cron String | Cron expression defining the schedule |
Crons Table
The Crons Table displays the list of all configured cron schedules.
Users can perform the following actions directly from the table:
- Create: Add a new cron entry with a display name, description, and cron string
- Edit: Modify an existing cron entry by clicking the edit icon
- Delete: Remove one or more selected cron entries using the bulk delete action
- Filter: Use the filter bar to search for specific cron entries based on display name or other parameters
- Sort: Sort cron entries by parameters such as display name or update date
Creating and Editing Cron Entries
- Click the Create button (for new entries) or the Edit icon next to an existing entry
- Fill in the following fields in the Schedule modal:
- Display Name: Provide a meaningful name for the task.
- Description: Optionally, add details about the task’s purpose.
- Cron String: Define the task's schedule using a valid cron expression.
- Click Save to confirm the changes
Notes
- A valid cron string must follow standard cron syntax (e.g., `0 0/10 * * * ?` for every 10 minutes)
- Changes made to a cron entry will take effect immediately after saving
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