Set Automate

Set Automate streamlines YouTube video management by automatically updating video descriptions based on predefined criteria. Triggered manually, it checks for changes and ensures your content stays fresh and relevant, saving time and enhancing viewer engagement. Integrate with Sticky Note for easy reminders and setup guidance.

7/8/2025
9 nodes
Medium
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Categories:
Manual TriggeredMedium WorkflowCreative Content & Video Automation
Integrations:
YouTubeSticky Note

Target Audience

This workflow is ideal for:
- Content Creators: Individuals who regularly upload videos on YouTube and want to streamline their video description updates.
- Social Media Managers: Professionals managing multiple YouTube channels who need to ensure consistency in video descriptions.
- Digital Marketers: Marketers looking to optimize their video content for better engagement and SEO.
- Automation Enthusiasts: Users interested in automating repetitive tasks to save time and increase productivity.

Problem Solved

This workflow addresses the challenge of manually updating video descriptions on YouTube. It:
- Automates the process of checking if a video description has changed, ensuring that only necessary updates are made.
- Saves time by allowing users to batch update descriptions across multiple videos instead of updating each one individually.
- Enhances the quality of video descriptions by allowing users to define a standard format and content to be appended.

Workflow Steps

  • Trigger Workflow: The workflow begins with a manual trigger, allowing users to start the process whenever they choose.
    2. Config Node: Users set up a configuration node to define a delimiter (e.g., '--- n8ninja ---') and a standard description to be added to all videos.
    3. List All Videos: The workflow retrieves all videos from the user's YouTube channel.
    4. Generate Description: For each video, it generates a new description by combining the existing description with the standard description defined in the config node.
    5. Check if Has Changed: The workflow checks if the newly generated description differs from the current description of each video.
    6. Update Description: If a change is detected, the workflow updates the video description on YouTube to the newly generated one.
    7. Sticky Notes: Throughout the workflow, sticky notes provide guidance and instructions for users to follow.

    • Customization Guide

    Users can customize this workflow by:
    - Modifying the Config Node: Change the delimiter or the standard description text as needed to fit their branding or messaging.
    - Adjusting the YouTube Credentials: Ensure the correct YouTube account credentials are set up in the workflow to allow access to video data.
    - Adding Additional Logic: Users can expand the workflow with more conditions or additional nodes to perform further actions, such as notifying users when updates are made.
    - Scheduling the Workflow: Consider integrating a scheduling node to automate the process at regular intervals, ensuring descriptions are always up-to-date without manual intervention.