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N8N Workflow Automation Fundamentals

7 nodes 107 85 Automatic trigger
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Workflow Description

A foundational template demonstrating core n8n automation mechanics including manual triggers, variable assignment, and data splitting. It enables starting workflows on demand, processing data efficiently, and building blocks for advanced automation pipelines.

How it works

  1. 1.Activate manual trigger to initiate workflows when needed
  2. 2.Set and configure variables for workflow data processing
  3. 3.Split data batches to handle individual items separately
  4. 4.Route processed data through subsequent workflow steps

Use cases

  • Build scalable workflows that can be easily extended with additional steps
  • Process large datasets by splitting them into manageable chunks
  • Document and annotate workflow logic using sticky notes for clarity

Requirements

  • Active n8n account with permissions to create and manage automations
  • Basic understanding of variables and data structures
  • Familiarity with array processing and data splitting concepts

Service Value

Ready-made workflow template for automation delivery and service execution.

Apps Used

N8N

Details

Trigger Automatic trigger
Nodes 7
Apps 1
Views 107
Downloads 85

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 (7)

When clicking ‘Test workflow’

Manual Trigger

#1

Services

Set

#2

Google JSON

Set

#3

Split Out

Split Out

#4

Google Email

Set

#5

n8n Create Credentials

N8N

#6

Sticky Note

Sticky Note

#7