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Softr Trigger

Triggers when a Softr record is created or updated

Softr Trigger

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Overview

This node triggers workflows in n8n when a record in a Softr database is created or updated. It is useful for automating processes that depend on changes in Softr database records, such as syncing data, sending notifications, or updating other systems. For example, it can trigger a workflow when a new customer record is added or when an existing record is updated.

Use Case Examples

  1. Trigger a workflow when a new record is created in a specific Softr database table to send a welcome email.
  2. Trigger a workflow when a record is updated to sync changes with another application.

Properties

Name Meaning
Poll Times Specifies the times at which the node should poll for new or updated records. Supports various modes like every minute, hour, day, week, month, custom cron expressions, or intervals of X minutes/hours.
Database The Softr database to monitor for record changes. Can be selected from a list, by URL, or by ID.
Table The specific table within the selected database to monitor for record changes. Can be selected from a list, by URL, or by ID.
Trigger On The type of event to trigger on, either when records are created or updated.
Start Polling From The date and time from which to start polling for changes.
Limit The maximum number of results to return per poll.

Output

JSON

  • createdAt - Timestamp when the record was created.
  • updatedAt - Timestamp when the record was last updated.
    - Fields of the Softr record with friendly column names mapped from the database schema.

Dependencies

  • Requires a Softr API key credential for authentication.

Troubleshooting

  • If no records are returned, check that the start polling time is set correctly and that there are records matching the event type (created or updated) after that time.
  • Ensure the database and table IDs or URLs are correct and accessible with the provided API credentials.
  • If the node does not trigger as expected, verify the polling intervals and modes are configured properly.

Links

  • Softr API Documentation - Official API documentation for Softr, useful for understanding the API endpoints used by this node.

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