# Workflow\.then()

The `.then()` method creates a sequential dependency between workflow steps, ensuring steps execute in a specific order.

## Usage example

```typescript
workflow.then(step1).then(step2);
```

## Parameters

**step:** (`Step`): The step instance that should execute after the previous step completes

## Returns

**workflow:** (`NewWorkflow`): The workflow instance for method chaining

## Related

- [Control flow](https://mastra.ai/docs/workflows/control-flow)