Trigger Node
The Trigger Node is the entry point for every workflow. It defines how your workflow is started and what initial data is available.
Overview#
Every workflow begins with a Trigger Node. This node:
- Receives input data when the workflow starts
- Makes input variables available to downstream nodes
- Can be configured for different trigger types
Trigger Types#
Manual Trigger#
Run the workflow manually from the dashboard or API.
API Trigger#
Trigger the workflow via HTTP request to receive external data.
Scheduled Trigger#
Run the workflow on a schedule (coming soon).
Configuration#
The Trigger Node allows you to define:
- Input Schema - Expected input variables and their types
- Default Values - Fallback values when inputs aren’t provided
Accessing Trigger Data#
Downstream nodes can access trigger data using variable references:
{{trigger.input_name}}- Access a specific input variable{{trigger}}- Access all trigger data as an object