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title: New feature: If-else and Merge
slug: new-feature-if-else-and-merge
docTags: OPNcYvGdchGnUqC_GOghY,R52iOfBoMgIqGtAFlbPHy
createdAt: 2026-03-09T11:22:33.946Z
---

The **If-else and Merge** modules are now available in Open Beta. 

Use them to split your scenario into conditional paths, follow only one route based on your logic, and then reconnect the flow into a single route — eliminating the need to duplicate downstream modules. This is different from a router, where all routes run and can't be reconnected.

## What you can do

- Set any number of condition routes in your scenario.
- Guarantee only one route runs, the first condition that evaluates as true.
- Reconnect your routes into a single, continuous flow with the Merge module, or keep them separate; the Merge module is optional.

## If-else vs. router 

- Use If-else when you need conditional logic and want to merge routes back into a single flow.
- Use a router for parallel actions where routes don't need to reconnect.

## Credit usage

The If-else and Merge modules use operations but do not use any credits.

## Learn more

To learn more about this feature, see the following articles:

- [If-else and Merge documentation](https://help.make.com/if-else-and-merge)
- [Tutorial: Expense report approval system](https://help.make.com/if-else-and-merge#tutorial-expense-report-approval-system)
- [Video: If-else and Merge feature walkthrough](https://www.loom.com/share/b2245d5c1c2d4349919b5b8421535897)