Which component is selected when creating a new related action specifically?

When creating a new related action in Appian, the selected component is identified as an Action. This is because related actions function as specific types of actions that can be performed on records, enabling users to interact with and modify records directly from their context within an application.

In Appian, an Action component allows you to define the behavior that will be performed when the user selects that action. This includes the ability to create, update, or delete records, and it is designed specifically to be associated with the context of the related record. Moreover, related actions can trigger corresponding interfaces or processes that provide visual elements or workflows, thereby enhancing user engagement and data manipulation capabilities.

The other components mentioned play different roles within Appian. A Record List is focused on displaying a collection of records but does not define the behavior of actions. Interfaces are primarily concerned with user interactions and represent how data is presented or collected from users but are not actions themselves. Data Types are used to define the structure of data but do not constitute an action that can be performed on records. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for effectively utilizing Appian's components in application development.