1001fx - NoCode functionsInstall

Overview

This node retrieves EXIF metadata from an image file using the "Get EXIF from Image" operation under the "images" resource. It is useful in scenarios where you need to extract technical and descriptive information (such as camera settings, geolocation, date taken, etc.) embedded within image files. Practical applications include digital asset management, photo cataloging, or any workflow that requires automated extraction of image metadata.

Properties

Output

• The output is a JSON object containing the extracted EXIF metadata from the provided image file.
• The structure of the output will depend on the EXIF data present in the image, but commonly includes fields such as:
  • Camera make and model
  • Date and time the photo was taken
  • GPS coordinates (if available)
  • Exposure settings (ISO, shutter speed, aperture)
  • Orientation, resolution, and other technical details

Example output:

{
  "Make": "Canon",
  "Model": "Canon EOS 80D",
  "DateTimeOriginal": "2023:05:01 14:23:45",
  "GPSLatitude": 37.7749,
  "GPSLongitude": -122.4194,
  "ExposureTime": "1/250",
  "FNumber": 2.8,
  ...
}

• If the image does not contain EXIF data, the output may be an empty object or a message indicating no EXIF data found.

Dependencies

• External Service: Requires access to the 1001fx API.
• API Key: You must configure the 1001fxApi credential in n8n for authentication.
• n8n Configuration: The node expects the image file to be provided either as a reference to binary data or as a string path/identifier.

Troubleshooting

• Common Issues:

  • Missing or Invalid Image File: If the "Image file" property is not set correctly or references non-image data, the node may return an error or empty result.
  • No EXIF Data: Some images (e.g., screenshots, edited images) may not contain EXIF metadata, resulting in empty output.
  • Authentication Errors: If the 1001fxApi credential is missing or invalid, the node will fail with an authentication error.
  • File Format Not Supported: Only standard image formats (JPEG, TIFF, etc.) typically support EXIF; unsupported formats may cause errors.

• Error Messages:

  • "error": "Invalid API key" – Check your 1001fxApi credentials.
  • "error": "No EXIF data found" – The image does not contain EXIF metadata.
  • "error": "File not found" – Ensure the image file reference is correct and accessible.

Links and References

• 1001fx API Documentation
• EXIF Metadata Explanation (Wikipedia)
• n8n Documentation: Working with Binary Data