Input Nodes
Text Input Node
This document outlines the Text Input node configuration and usage. This node allows you to receive text input that triggers or interacts with your workflow.
Node Description
The Text Input node captures user-provided text, which can be used as input for other nodes in the workflow. You can customize its settings to fit your specific requirements, such as enabling multi-line input or specifying a default value.
Node Settings
1. ID
- Field:
Id
- Description: A unique identifier for this input. It cannot be changed. Only useful for the API mode.
- Example:
Text_1
2. Name
- Field:
Name
- Description: A label for the input node.
- Default Value:
Text
- Example:
User Input
3. Description
- Field:
Description
- Description: Provides details about the purpose of the input.
- Default Value:
A input to receive text to launch the workflow.
- Example:
Enter a search query or note.
4. Multi-line Input
- Field:
Multi Lines
- Description: Allows the user to input multiple lines of text if enabled.
- Default: Off (Single line input)
- Example Use Case: Enable for comments, paragraphs, or longer user input.
5. Default Value
- Field:
Default Value
- Description: Pre-populates the input field with a default text value.
- Default Value: None
- Example:
Enter your name here.
Example Use Cases
1. Simple Workflow Trigger
- Use the node to capture user input.
2. Collecting Notes or Feedback
- Enable multi-line input to gather detailed feedback or long-form user input.
Best Practices
- Use descriptive names to clarify the purpose of the input in your workflow.
- Enable multi-line input when expecting longer responses.
- Provide a default value when input needs a predefined starting point.
This node ensures flexibility in capturing and processing text input for a wide variety of workflows.