The Always Exit handle in Agent Studio provides a built-in fallback route for Sequential Nodes when no conditional route matches. It removes the need to manually configure an "always true" condition, helping prevent interrupted flows.

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What Is the Always Exit Handle in Agent Studio?


The Always Exit handle is a dedicated fallback connection at the bottom-right corner of every Sequential Node. When connected, it automatically uses always execution behavior. Its configuration is system-managed.

Key Benefits of the Always Exit Handle

  • Automatic Fallback: Directs execution to a default node when conditions do not match.

  • Simplified Setup: Eliminates manual "always true" conditions.

  • Improved Reliability: Helps prevent unexpected flow interruptions.

  • Protected Configuration: Prevents changes to system-managed connections.

  • Backward Compatibility: Existing flows continue working without modifications.

How the Always Exit Handle Works


Sequential Nodes evaluate conditional exits against configured rules. If no condition matches, the Always Exit connection provides a fallback route.


Example: An AI agent directs customer requests to Sales or Support. If neither condition matches, the Always Exit connection routes the request to a General Follow-Up node.


Connection Rules and Limitations

  • Available on every Sequential Node.

  • Located at the bottom-right corner.

  • Supports one outgoing connection.

  • Uses automatic always execution behavior.

  • Does not allow editing connection labels, descriptions, or conditions.

  • Requires no changes to existing flows.

How to Set Up the Always Exit Handle in Agent Studio


Step 1: Open Your Sequential Node

  1. Navigate to AI Agents > Agent Studio.

  2. Open an existing flow-based agent.

  3. Find the Sequential Node you want to configure.


Step 2: Locate the Always Exit Handle


Find the dedicated handle at the bottom-right corner of the Sequential Node, separate from the conditional exits.


Step 3: Connect the Fallback Node

  1. Drag a connection from the Always Exit handle.

  2. Connect it to your preferred fallback node.

  3. The connection automatically uses always execution behavior.


No additional conditions are necessary.


Step 4: Test Your Flow

  1. Open the Agent Studio testing interface.

  2. Enter a test input that does not match any conditional route.

  3. Verify that execution reaches the fallback node.


Save and publish your changes using the applicable deployment process.

Frequently Asked Questions


Q: Is Always Exit available on every Sequential Node?

Yes. Every Sequential Node includes the handle.


Q: Can I connect multiple nodes to Always Exit?

No. It supports one outgoing connection.


Q: Can I modify Always Exit conditions?

No. The connection's conditions, labels, and descriptions are system-managed.


Q: Do existing agent flows need updating?

No. Existing flows continue working without changes.


Q: Can conditional exits and Always Exit work together?

Yes. Conditional exits handle matching conditions. Always Exit provides the fallback when none match.


Q: Does Always Exit replace the Router Tool?

No. The Router Tool supports conditional and AI-based routing. Always Exit provides a dedicated fallback for Sequential Nodes.