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pdfexport: true
alias: tutorials-usingflows
description: "Materials utilize defined Flows to automate processes, allowing for dynamic adjustments later"
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# Using Flows

To use a **Flow**, it’s only necessary to create a **Material** that references that **Flow**. Note that if a **Product** or **Product Group** define a default Flow Path, the **Material** will be assigned to that **Flow** by default when creating the **Material**. The **Material** will automatically follow the **Flow** as defined.

![Material creation wizard][flow_material_creation_wizard]

!!! info
	The **Flow** and/or **Step** of a **Material** can be changed at any time using the **Change Material Flow/Step** action. For more information, see [[change-material-flow-step]].

[flow_material_creation_wizard]: ../../../images/flow_material_creation_wizard.png