Cloud Link Wizard
The new Cloud Link Wizard simplifies setting up and managing cloud connections or Alteryx Links in Alteryx Analytics Cloud (AAC). Its guided workflow lets you quickly configure connections by choosing a predefined region or entering a custom URL. Connections are securely authenticated via the browser and automatically saved with labels for easy identification.
Create a Cloud Connection
To create a Cloud Connection, follow these steps in Designer:
Select File > Save As > Alteryx Analytics Cloud > Connect to Cloud.
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You can also create new cloud connections in either of these ways:
In Designer, select File > Manage Connections > Alteryx Links > +New.
Alteryx Licensing Dialog, if licensing is online.
Select Launch corresponding to the Cloud Instance where you want to connect. The Cloud Instance is available in the invitation email sent to you or in the Analytics Cloud URL.
Sign in to the Alteryx Analytics Cloud (AAC).
Select the Workspace.
Sign in to the selected AAC Workspace.
Select Close Browser Window to return to Designer.
Designer displays a success message upon successful authorization of Cloud Links. The links are then automatically saved with appropriate labels for credentials and data sources.
Set Up Custom Cloud Instance
To set up a Custom Cloud Instance, follow these steps in Designer:
Select File > Save As > Alteryx Analytics Cloud > Connect to Cloud.
Select Custom Instance.
Enter the custom URL for your cloud instance.
You receive a unique URL for custom setup instances. This URL is available in the browser’s address bar when the instance is open.
Select Launch.
The new Custom Cloud Connection is added to the list of cloud instances available when you create a new Cloud Connection.
After completing the guided AAC flow, the connection is automatically saved. The authentication process takes place in the browser, seamlessly redirecting the user back to DCM. Upon successful authentication, the link details are displayed in DCM, along with an option to sync connections for easy management.
Manage Cloud Connections
You can manage existing Cloud Connections via File > Manage Connections > Alteryx Links. The list of cloud connections is displayed to view, edit, or delete existing cloud connections.
All existing Cloud Connections are displayed with the Data Source Name on the top row and the instance URL on the bottom row. By default, the Data Source Name is set to the workspace name, but it can be edited as needed.
View, Edit, and Synchronize Existing Cloud Connections
To view existing Cloud Connections, follow these steps in Designer:
Select File > Manage Connections > Alteryx Links.
Select the name of the existing link to open and view the details.
To update the link, select Edit. Make the necessary edits and select Save or select Cancel to return to the previous screen.
In the Link Detail View section, you can also select Synchronize to sync your connections and credentials between Designer Desktop and AAC.
Delete Existing Cloud Connections
To delete an existing Cloud Connection, follow these steps in Designer:
Select File > Manage Connections > Alteryx Links.
Select the trash can icon associated with the Cloud Connection that you want to delete. This triggers the Delete dialog to appear. Select the Delete* button to confirm the deletion or select Cancel to return to the previous screen.
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*Deletion is permanent. This action can't be undone.