# State Machine

> `System.Activities.Statements.StateMachine`

`System.Activities.Statements.StateMachine`

A container for using State Machine specific activities. Contains a Start Node that can be linked to the initial state of the State Machine. You can find out more about state machines [on our documentation platform](https://docs.uipath.com/studio/docs/state-machines) or [in the official Workflow Foundation documentation.](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/dotnet/framework/windows-workflow-foundation/state-machine-workflows)

## Properties

#### **Common**

* **DisplayName** - The display name of the activity.

#### **Misc**

* **Private** - If selected, the values of variables and arguments are no longer logged at Verbose level.