Organize local file directories with AI-powered classification
Workflow Description
Automation that monitors local folders and uses Mistral AI to analyze and classify files automatically, then reorganizes them into logical structures based on content and patterns without manual intervention.
How it works
- 1.Monitor local directories for new or existing files using the file trigger
- 2.Send each file to Mistral AI model for analysis and category assignment
- 3.Parse AI responses into structured commands for file operations
- 4.Execute move and rename operations to organize files automatically
- 5.Log the results and handle edge cases in the workflow
Use cases
- Sort messy download folders automatically by file type and date
- Classify project documents and assets into appropriate subdirectories
- Maintain organized archives by applying consistent naming and folder structures
Requirements
- Access to local file system with read and write permissions
- Active Mistral Cloud account with valid API credentials
- Defined target folders and organization rules for the automation
Service Value
Ideal as a smart automation service combining integrations and AI to produce ready-to-use results.
Apps Used
Details
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 (16)
Local File Trigger
Local File Trigger
Get Files and Folders
Execute Command
Files and Folders to Array
Set
Mistral Cloud Chat Model
Lm Chat Mistral Cloud
Structured Output Parser
Output Parser Structured
Set Variables
Set
Move Files into Folders
Execute Command
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If Has Target Files...
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Get Suggestions to List
Split Out
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AI File Manager
LLM Chain