ManualTrigger Automate

For ManualTrigger Automate, easily convert XLSX files to PDF with a simple manual trigger. Download, convert, and save results seamlessly, enhancing your file management and integration capabilities. Perfect for users needing quick file transformations without complex setups.

7/8/2025
5 nodes
Simple
manualsimplereadwritefilesticky notefilesstorageapiintegration
Categories:
Manual TriggeredSimple Workflow
Integrations:
ReadWriteFileSticky Note

Target Audience

  • Business Analysts: Need to convert data files for reporting and presentations.
    - Data Scientists: Require file format conversions for analysis.
    - Administrative Professionals: Manage document workflows and need to automate file handling.
    - Developers: Looking for simple automation solutions to integrate file processing in applications.

    • Problem Solved

    This workflow automates the conversion of XLSX files to PDF, eliminating the need for manual conversion, saving time and reducing human error. It provides a streamlined process for users who frequently handle document conversions.

    Workflow Steps

  • Step 1: Trigger the workflow manually by clicking the ‘Test workflow’ button.
    - Step 2: The workflow initiates the Download XLSX File node, which fetches the file from a specified URL.
    - Step 3: The downloaded XLSX file is then sent to the File conversion to PDF node, where it is converted into a PDF format.
    - Step 4: Finally, the converted PDF is written to disk using the Write Result File to Disk node, allowing for easy access and storage of the resulting document.

    • Customization Guide

  • Change the File Source: Modify the URL in the Download XLSX File node to point to a different XLSX file.
    - Adjust Output File Name: Update the fileName parameter in the Write Result File to Disk node to change the name of the saved PDF file.
    - Modify Sticky Note Content: Edit the content in the Sticky Note node to provide different instructions or information relevant to your workflow.
    - Add More Nodes: Incorporate additional nodes for further processing or notifications after the PDF is created.