Files & Documents
Read and Process Files Automatically
5 nodes
112
82
Automatic trigger
Workflow Description
An automated workflow that reads files on manual trigger, processes their content, writes results to an output file, and logs processing steps. Ideal for handling documents without constant manual intervention.
How it works
- 1.Trigger the workflow manually when needed
- 2.Read the content from the specified file
- 3.Process and transform the file data
- 4.Write the processed results to a new file
- 5.Record details about the processing workflow
Use cases
- Automate periodic CSV or JSON report processing without manual effort
- Convert file formats and save modified copies automatically
- Organize and archive documents based on their content
Requirements
- Read and write permissions for file operations
- Correct file paths configured in the workflow
- Sufficient access rights to storage folders
Service Value
Ready-made workflow template for automation delivery and service execution.
Apps Used
Read Write File
Details
Trigger
Automatic trigger
Nodes
5
Apps
1
Views
112
Downloads
82
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)
When clicking ‘Test workflow’
Manual Trigger
Write Result File to Disk
Read Write File
Sticky Note
Sticky Note
Download Image
HTTP Request
File conversion to PDF
HTTP Request