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File → List
AI-generatedOverview
This node operation lists files from a data source, allowing users to retrieve file information with various filtering, sorting, and aggregation options. It is useful for scenarios where you need to fetch and process file metadata or export file data in different formats such as JSON, CSV, or XML. For example, you can list all files, limit the number of results, apply search filters, group results, or export the data for reporting or further processing.
Use Case Examples
- Retrieve all files in a system to display in a dashboard.
- Fetch a limited number of files matching a search query for quick review.
- Export file metadata as a CSV file for reporting purposes.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Return All | Whether to return all results or only up to a given limit. |
| Limit | Maximum number of results to return when not returning all. |
| Split Into Items | Whether to output each element of an array as its own item. |
| JSON/RAW Parameters | Whether the query and/or body parameters should be set via the value-key pair UI or JSON/RAW input. |
| Body Parameters | Body parameters as JSON or RAW input when JSON/RAW Parameters is enabled. |
| Additional Fields | Additional optional fields to customize the list operation, including aggregation functions, export options, filtering, sorting, grouping, and metadata. |
Output
JSON
files- Array of file objects returned from the list operation, each representing a file's metadata and properties.
Dependencies
- An API key credential or authentication token to access the file data source.
Troubleshooting
- Ensure the API credentials are correctly configured to avoid authentication errors.
- If no files are returned, verify the filter and search parameters to ensure they match existing data.
- When using JSON/RAW parameters, ensure the JSON syntax is valid to prevent parsing errors.
- If exporting data, confirm the export format is supported and the file name is valid.