ManualTrigger Automate

ManualTrigger Automate allows users to manually initiate a workflow that captures and processes a specific date and time, streamlining tasks and enhancing efficiency.

7/8/2025
2 nodes
Simple
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Categories:
Manual TriggeredSimple Workflow

Target Audience

This workflow is ideal for:
- Project Managers looking to automate date-related tasks in their projects.
- Data Analysts who need to quickly generate and manipulate date information.
- Business Professionals who require a straightforward method to trigger date calculations manually.
- Developers seeking to integrate manual triggers into their applications for testing or operational purposes.

Problem Solved

This workflow addresses the need for a manual trigger to execute date-related functions. It allows users to easily obtain a specific date (in this case, February 14, 2020) in a desired format, enabling further processing or reporting without the need for complex automation.

Workflow Steps

  • Manual Trigger Activation: The workflow starts when the user clicks the 'execute' button, initiating the process.
    2. Date & Time Retrieval: Upon activation, the workflow retrieves the specified date (14/02/2020) using the Date & Time node, formatted as DD/MM/YYYY. This step allows users to obtain the date in a structured manner for further use.
  • Customization Guide

    Users can customize this workflow by:
    - Changing the Date: Modify the 'value' parameter in the Date & Time node to retrieve a different date.
    - Adjusting Formats: Update the 'fromFormat' option to accommodate various date formats as needed.
    - Adding More Nodes: Incorporate additional nodes to perform further operations on the retrieved date, such as calculations or integrations with other applications.
    - Modifying the Trigger Type: Explore different trigger types if automation is preferred over a manual trigger.

    ManualTrigger Automate - N8N Workflow Directory