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Schema → Download Attached File

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Overview

This node operation allows users to download an attached file from a specific record within a Ninox database schema. It is useful for scenarios where files are stored as attachments in Ninox records and need to be retrieved programmatically, such as automating file downloads for backup, processing, or integration with other systems.

Use Case Examples

  1. Downloading an invoice PDF attached to a customer record in Ninox.
  2. Retrieving an image file attached to a project record for further processing.

Properties

Name Meaning
Ninox Team The ID of the Ninox team to access, which can be selected from a list, specified by URL, or entered as an ID.
Ninox Database The ID of the Ninox database to access, selectable from a list, by URL, or by direct ID entry.
Ninox Table The ID of the Ninox table to access, selectable from a list, by URL, or by direct ID entry.
Record ID The ID of the record that contains the attachment to be downloaded.
File Name The file ID or name of the attachment to download from the specified record.
Request Options Additional HTTP request options such as batching, SSL certificate validation, proxy settings, and timeout configuration.

Output

JSON

  • fileName - The name or ID of the downloaded file.
  • fileData - The binary or base64 encoded content of the downloaded file.

Dependencies

  • Requires Ninox API access with appropriate API key credentials.

Troubleshooting

  • Ensure the provided team, database, table, record, and file IDs are correct and accessible with the API credentials.
  • Check network connectivity and proxy settings if the request fails to reach Ninox API.
  • If SSL errors occur, consider enabling the option to ignore SSL issues, but be aware of security risks.
  • Timeout errors may occur if the Ninox API is slow to respond; increase the timeout setting if needed.

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