# Set Field extended

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


This activity locates a list item by its URL and updates the value of a specified field. The activity runs associated workflows after the update.

![Set Field extended activity in the SharePoint Workflow Designer setting a field value at a list item URL](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/set_field_extended_1.png)

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Set **field** to **value** at **list item URL**. **Trigger update event**: No

**Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Field | The field's display name, unique ID (GUID), or index (int). |
| Value | The new value to set. |
| this list item URL | The full URL of the list item.; **Examples:**; `http://mysharepoint/MyDocs/Shared%20Documents/MSOMS.pdf`; ; `http://mysharepoint/Lists/List%20with%20Approve/1_.000`; ; `http://mysharepoint/Lists/List%20with%20Approve/DispForm.aspx?ID=1`; ; `http://mysharepoint/Lists/List%20with%20Approve/EditForm.aspx?ID=1` |
| No | Indicates whether the activity triggers the item update event. Default value is **No**.; ***Note:** Setting this to **Yes** may cause workflow activities to loop.* |