# setMethods

This is a pre-built Action located under the **WebService List Element**. The functionality of this Action in Avo Assure is to set the HTTP(S) method for the web service execution.

## **Syntax**

**Input Value**: `<Method>`

| Argument            | Description                                             |
| ------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- |
| \<Method>(Required) | Provide the HTTP methods for the web service execution. |

{% hint style="info" %}
**Note**: Supported methods must be provided in uppercase. Accepted values are GET, POST, HEAD, PUT, and DELETE.
{% endhint %}

**Output Value**: N/A

| Argument | Description    |
| -------- | -------------- |
| N/A      | Not Applicable |

### **Example: Setting the HTTP Method for a Web Service Request**

In this example, we are explaining how to set the HTTP method to GET for a web service request during API testing.

* **Action**: setMethods
* **Input Value**: GET
  * The input value (**GET**) specifies the HTTP method to be used for the web service request.
* **Output Value**: N/A
* **Logical Explanation**: The **SetMethods** action reads the value from the **Input Value** column (**GET**) and applies it as the HTTP method for the web service call associated with the previously set endpoint URL.

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