# Set field default value for folder

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


This activity sets a default value on a field to apply to documents added to the specified location.

![Set field default value for folder workflow activity assigning a column default at a folder URL](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/set_field_default_value_for_folder_1.png)

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Set column defaults this default value for this column at this folder url

**Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| this default value | The default value |
| this column | Name of the field for which to set the default. Field unique ID (Guid).; Field index (int).; Internal name of field. |
| this folder url | Full url to folder.; Ex: http://mysharepoint/MyDocs/Shared%20Documents |