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title: IdleTimer connector methods and events
description: Learn about the IdleTimer connector methods and events.
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# IdleTimer connector methods and events

Learn about the IdleTimer connector methods and events.

## Start method

Sets the maximum idle time in seconds.

|Parameter name|Port type|Data type|Description|Mandatory?|
|--------------|---------|---------|-----------|----------|
|MaxIdleTime|Data In|Integer|Maximum idle time in seconds.|Yes|

## Stop method

Stops the timer.

## OnIdleStart

Triggers the automation when the Start method is executed.

## OnIdleStop

Stops the automation when the Start method is executed.

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