UiPath Task Capture
UiPath Task Capture is a process-discovery and documentation tool that enables organisations to visually map and document desktop workflows by recording user actions. As a business analyst or process owner performs their daily tasks, Task Capture captures screenshots, mouse clicks, keyboard input, and application context to build a detailed end-to-end representation of how work is done. This documentation can then serve as input for automation development, supporting RPA teams and accelerating build-out of workflows in tools like UiPath Studio.
Key Features
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Step-by-step desktop activity capture: mouse clicks, keystrokes, application windows, and user flows.
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Automatic workflow diagram generation: from captured data to a visual process map ready for review and editing.
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Merging of similar actions/screens: identifies and combines repeated sequences across captures to simplify diagrams.
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Export to multiple formats: Generate Process Definition Documents (PDD) in Word, XAML skeletons for automation development, and integration with Studio.
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Diagram and screenshot editing: Add titles, descriptions, and annotations to captured steps and refine documentation.
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Integration with Automation Hub and the broader UiPath ecosystem for mobilising process discovery into automation pipelines.
Use Cases
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Capture a repetitive business process (for example, invoice-processing, purchase-requisition handling) by walking through the process and generating documentation for automation readiness.
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Business analysts map “as-is” workflows for improvement programmes or automation initiatives, reducing manual documentation effort.
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RPA teams accelerate bot development by using Task Capture output (e.g., XAML file skeleton or detailed PDD) as a starting point.
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Validation of process standardisation by capturing multiple users’ execution of the same task to identify variation and optimisation opportunities.
Pricing & Plans
UiPath does not publicly list standardised pricing for Task Capture as a standalone product. It is available under UiPath’s licensing ecosystem (Community or Enterprise) and may be included within broader Automation Hub or RPA named-user SKUs. For an accurate cost, you should contact UiPath’s sales team and get a quote based on your number of users, deployment environment, and usage scenario.
Integrations & Compatibility
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Works within the UiPath ecosystem (Automation Hub, Studio, Task Mining), enabling seamless transition from documentation to automation.
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Compatible with Windows desktop environments and standard enterprise applications; captures keyboard, mouse, and application UI context.
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Supports export of captured data into Word (PDD) and XAML format for further use in Studio or other automation-build tools.
Pros & Cons
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| Rapid creation of process documentation and maps, reducing manual effort | Captures only what a user does; may miss alternate flows or edge cases unless deliberately recorded |
| Provides output useful for automation teams (PDD, XAML skeleton), speeding development | May require cleanup or refinement of the captured output to align with enterprise standards |
| Enables business users and analysts to contribute to process documentation without heavy code skills | Licensing and deployment may require alignment with the broader RPA platform and tools |
| Integrates with broader UiPath tooling, creating a pathway from discovery to automation | For highly complex or dynamic processes, manual design and validation may still be needed |
Final Verdict
UiPath Task Capture is an excellent tool for organisations looking to document desktop workflows quickly, generate clear process maps, and prepare for automation in a structured way. For businesses where many repetitive manual tasks exist and where RPA or automation initiatives are underway, Task Capture helps bridge the gap between “what is done” and “what to automate.”
However, if your processes are highly variable, involve many exceptions, or require deep process mining and analytics across many users over time, you might complement Task Capture with other tools (for example, Task Mining or Process Mining) to ensure robustness and completeness.