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Trigger AWS Lambda functions manually from n8n workflows

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Workflow Description

A streamlined automation that executes AWS Lambda functions on-demand through n8n's manual trigger, eliminating the need for external tools and enabling serverless task automation with minimal configuration.

How it works

  1. 1.Activate the manual trigger button in n8n to initiate the workflow
  2. 2.Pass input data to your pre-configured AWS Lambda function
  3. 3.Execute the function and log results for monitoring or downstream actions

Use cases

  • Run data processing jobs on-demand without maintaining always-on servers
  • Execute scheduled reports or batch operations with a single click
  • Invoke complex algorithms hosted in Lambda when business needs arise

Requirements

  • Active AWS account with a deployed Lambda function ready to invoke
  • Valid AWS credentials configured in n8n's connection settings
  • Correct Lambda function name and AWS region specified

Service Value

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

Apps Used

Aws Lambda

Details

Trigger Automatic trigger
Nodes 2
Apps 1
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Downloads 105

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 (2)

On clicking 'execute'

Manual Trigger

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AWS Lambda

Aws Lambda

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