Classification

⏱ ~5 minutes📖 Theory🎯 Beginner–Intermediate

🎯 Learning objectives

  • Explain what document classification is and why it matters
  • Identify the different classifiers available in UiPath DU (Keyword, Intelligent Keyword, ML, Helix)
  • Choose the right classifier for a given document scenario

Classification is the process of identifying what type of document is being processed. UiPath DU supports:

  • Keyword-Based Classifier: Looks for specific keywords to identify document type
  • Intelligent Keyword Classifier: Enhanced keyword classifier with better handling of variations
  • ML Classifier: Machine learning-based classification — more robust across varied document layouts
  • Helix Classifier (Modern): Next-gen classifier available in Modern projects using AI Center