How to Use Make.com Scenario Run Replay and Naming

This guide explains how to use the new scenario run replay and naming capabilities in make.com so you can debug and optimize your automations more efficiently.

With these features, you can:

• Re-run past executions for faster troubleshooting
• Inspect what happened inside a specific run
• Label important executions for easier tracking

Follow the steps below to get comfortable with replaying, opening, and naming runs in your scenarios.

Understanding Scenario Run Replay in Make.com

Scenario run replay lets you take an already completed execution and run it again with the same input. This is especially useful when you are fine-tuning a scenario, testing fixes, or validating changes.

Instead of waiting for real data to trigger the scenario, you can pick an existing run and replay it. This makes the test cycle shorter and more predictable.

How to Open a Scenario Run in Make.com

To start working with replay and naming, you first need to open a past scenario run. The runs list shows details like status, time, and any errors, so you can pick exactly the one you want to investigate.

Step-by-step: Opening a run in Make.com

1. Open the scenario you want to analyze.

2. Go to the scenario Runs or History section in the editor interface.

3. Locate the run you want to inspect. You can use filters or sorting if available to find runs based on time or status.

4. Click the run entry to open its detailed view.

In the detailed view, you can see module-level information, mapping results, and error messages, which prepare you for a precise replay.

How to Replay Scenario Runs in Make.com

Once you have opened the run, you can trigger a replay. The system uses the same input data as the original execution so you can verify how changes affect the outcome.

Step-by-step: Replaying a run in Make.com

1. Open the run you want to replay using the steps above.

2. Look for the Replay action or button within the run details screen.

3. Review any runtime information, such as modules involved and their outputs.

4. Click Replay to start a new run based on the selected execution.

5. Monitor the new run’s status to confirm whether the issue is resolved or the behavior matches your expectations.

This approach lets you iterate on scenario design without creating artificial test data or manually triggering every module.

Naming Scenario Runs in Make.com

Naming runs helps you organize your execution history so you can quickly find key test cases, production incidents, or benchmark runs. A meaningful name can act as a bookmark in long lists of executions.

When to name scenario runs in Make.com

Use run names when you:

• Investigate a specific bug or incident
• Compare behavior before and after a configuration change
• Need to share a run with teammates for review
• Want a permanent reference for training or documentation

Step-by-step: Naming a run in Make.com

1. Open the scenario and go to the runs or history section.

2. Click the run you want to label to open its details.

3. Locate the field or option for setting a run name. This is typically near the run identifier or header.

4. Enter a clear, descriptive name, such as “Webhook error test 2025-11-20” or “Post-fix validation run”.

5. Save the name so it appears in the runs list and any shared links.

Consistent naming makes reporting easier and speeds up collaboration across your team.

Best Practices for Using Make.com Replay and Naming

To get the most value from these capabilities, combine replay and naming with a simple workflow for debugging and documentation.

1. Create a debugging workflow in Make.com

Use this repeatable process whenever you investigate an issue:

1. Identify the problematic run in your history.

2. Open the run and review module outputs and errors.

3. Name the run to reflect the problem being investigated.

4. Adjust the scenario configuration or mapping as needed.

5. Replay the original run to test the fix.

6. Optionally, add the run name to internal documentation for future reference.

2. Use clear naming conventions in Make.com

To keep your history organized, define simple rules such as:

• Prefix: “TEST”, “BUG”, or “PROD” to show the context.
• Date/time: Include a timestamp for chronological sorting.
• Issue reference: Add a ticket number or short description.

For example: BUG-231: order sync failure 2025-11-28.

3. Limit replays to relevant cases

Only replay runs that are relevant to your current troubleshooting or optimization work. This keeps history meaningful and prevents confusion around multiple similar replays.

Collaboration and Documentation Around Make.com Runs

Replay and naming features are even more powerful when combined with team workflows and external documentation.

Share important Make.com runs with your team

When you discover a critical issue or a valuable example run:

• Name the run clearly according to your conventions.
• Take screenshots or copy key details from the run view.
• Share the information with teammates through your preferred channels.

Document recurring scenarios and patterns

If the same issue appears often, capture the named runs and replays in a knowledge base or process document. This allows new team members to learn from existing examples instead of starting from scratch.

Where to Learn More About Make.com Scenario Runs

For a deeper dive into these capabilities, including interface changes and exact button locations, review the official feature announcement on the help center: Scenario run replay and naming capabilities now available.

If you need expert guidance on automation strategy, integration design, or optimization beyond what is built into the platform, you can explore consulting resources at Consultevo.

Summary: Getting Started with Make.com Replay

By learning how to open, replay, and name runs, you gain precise control over how you test and debug your workflows. Use scenario run replay in make.com to shorten feedback loops, and apply consistent naming to turn your run history into a structured knowledge base for your team.

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