# Initialising a process flow manually
## Introduction
Typically, process flows run automatically, according to [trigger shape](https://doc.wearepatchworks.com/product-documentation/process-flows/building-process-flows/process-flow-shapes/standard-shapes/trigger-shape) settings. However, there may be times when you want to run a flow immediately - for example, if you're testing a new flow, or troubleshooting a sync issue.
When you run a process flow manually, you'll see each shape is animated when it's reached, and real-time logs are displayed in a side panel.
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Before running a process flow manually, ensure you won't duplicate data - or cause duplication next time the process flow runs according to trigger settings.
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## Need to know
* Your subscription tier determines the number of process flow runs that can be started per minute - please see [Core subscription tiers](https://doc.wearepatchworks.com/product-documentation/getting-started/core-subscription-tiers) for information.
* When working with `draft` process flows, you cannot edit shapes while the flow is being run manually.
## The steps
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To run a process flow manually, follow the steps below.
**Step 1**\
[Access the process flow](https://doc.wearepatchworks.com/product-documentation/process-flows/accessing-your-process-flows) that you want to run.
**Step 2**\
Click the 'play' icon to initialise the process flow:
**Step 3**\
The process flow runs. As it runs, you'll see that each shape animates as it's reached, and real-time logs are displayed - for example:
