# Create array

Source: [https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/array-list-activities/create-array/](https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/array-list-activities/create-array/)
Product: Virto Workflow Automation Web Part
Updated: 2026-08-12


This activity creates an Array List variable, loads initial items, and stores the result in an output variable.

![Create Array activity in the SharePoint Workflow Designer building a typed array with initial items into a variable](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/create_array_1.png)

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Create **String** array with **initial items** and store in **variable**.

**Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| String | Type of Array. **Options**: String, DateTime, Number. |
| initial | **Optional**. Initial array items, separated by `;`. Example:; string1;string2;string3; 123;-25.5;0;12; 2010-10-25 12:30; 2010-10-26 12:30; 2010-10-27 12:30 |