Files & Documents
Read and backup spreadsheet files automatically
5 nodes
122
75
Automatic trigger
Workflow Description
A workflow that reads binary spreadsheet files, processes their content, and saves copies to designated locations. Streamlines file management with organized backups and ensures data availability across multiple storage points.
How it works
- 1.Trigger workflow manually or based on file events
- 2.Read binary spreadsheet file from source location
- 3.Move and process file data according to requirements
- 4.Write processed file to destination location
Use cases
- Create automated backups of critical business spreadsheets
- Distribute spreadsheet files across multiple organized folders
- Synchronize spreadsheet files between different storage systems
Requirements
- Access to spreadsheet service or file storage system
- Read and write permissions on source and destination locations
- Knowledge of file and folder paths for automation setup
Service Value
Ready-made workflow template for automation delivery and service execution.
Apps Used
Spreadsheet File
Details
Trigger
Automatic trigger
Nodes
5
Apps
1
Views
122
Downloads
75
How to Use
- 1.Click "Download Template"
- 2.Open your n8n dashboard
- 3.Go to Workflows > Import from File
- 4.Select downloaded file and configure credentials
Nodes Used (5)
On clicking 'execute'
Manual Trigger
Read Binary File
Read Binary File
Spreadsheet File1
Spreadsheet File
Move Binary Data
Move Binary Data
Write Binary File
Write Binary File