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Read and backup spreadsheet files automatically

5 nodes 122 75 Automatic trigger
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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. 1.Trigger workflow manually or based on file events
  2. 2.Read binary spreadsheet file from source location
  3. 3.Move and process file data according to requirements
  4. 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. 1.Click "Download Template"
  2. 2.Open your n8n dashboard
  3. 3.Go to Workflows > Import from File
  4. 4.Select downloaded file and configure credentials

Nodes Used (5)

On clicking 'execute'

Manual Trigger

#1

Read Binary File

Read Binary File

#2

Spreadsheet File1

Spreadsheet File

#3

Move Binary Data

Move Binary Data

#4

Write Binary File

Write Binary File

#5