Source: https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/workflow-update

# nylas workflow update

The nylas workflow update command updates a workflow. It is part of the Hosted Workflows commands, which automated workflows triggered by Nylas events (e.g., bookings).

## Usage

```bash
nylas workflow update
```

## Flags

| Flag | Description |
| --- | --- |
| --json | Output as JSON |
| --no-color | Disable color output |
| --verbose(-v) | Enable verbose output |
| --config | Custom config file path |
| --help(-h) | Show help for the command |
| --limit | Limit results (most list commands) |
| --yes(-y) | Skip confirmations |

## Examples

### Basic usage

```bash
nylas workflow update --help
```

## Troubleshooting

### Command not found or fails

Run `nylas auth config` and `nylas auth login` to authenticate first.

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Run `nylas workflow update --help` for full help output.