How do you create a custom activity in UiPath?

Creating a custom activity in UiPath involves developing a .NET library and publishing it as a NuGet package. This process allows you to define specific functionality that is not available through the standard library of activities. By using the .NET framework, you can write your own methods and logic, encapsulating them efficiently into a reusable component. Once you publish this library as a NuGet package, it can easily be integrated into UiPath Studio, allowing users to drag and drop this custom activity into their workflows like any other built-in activity.

This approach grants significant flexibility, enabling developers to tailor automation solutions to meet specific needs, interface with external systems, or implement complex logic that might not be possible with standard UiPath activities. It also supports versioning and distribution, making it easier to maintain and share custom solutions across teams.