# Helpers

Flow Helpers are components that can be used to extend the logic, functionality, and communication between connectors in a flow.

They are also used to import and export files in various formats (such as CSV; XLS(X), JSON, etc.) and to connect a flow with other flows and the DI Data and Dashboard component.

Using flow helpers in a flow is as easy as dragging and dropping them from the left side of the flow builder and connecting them to other helpers or connectors with the attached arrows.

![Helpers](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/48061928394/original/RrwWgRLrXEo-WSwMbiCCfpMi0oy4R3Z7PA.png?1601474847)


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