ManualTrigger Automate

ManualTrigger Automate enables users to effortlessly convert images to PDF files with a simple manual trigger. By integrating file download and conversion processes, it streamlines file management and enhances productivity, allowing for efficient storage and retrieval of converted documents.

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

Target Audience

This workflow is ideal for:
- Small Business Owners: Who need to automate document processing without technical expertise.
- Content Creators: Looking to convert images to PDF format easily for reports or presentations.
- Students and Educators: Who require quick conversion of images to PDFs for assignments or teaching materials.
- Freelancers: Needing a simple way to manage file conversions and document storage.

Problem Solved

This workflow addresses the challenge of converting image files (like JPGs) into PDF format efficiently. It eliminates the need for manual conversion, saving time and reducing the potential for errors. Additionally, it provides a way to save the converted files directly to disk, enhancing file management and accessibility.

Workflow Steps

  • Manual Trigger: The workflow begins when the user clicks the 'Test workflow' button, initiating the process.
    2. Download Image: An HTTP request is made to download an image from a specified URL (e.g., https://cdn.convertapi.com/public/files/demo.jpg). This step fetches the image that will be converted.
    3. File Conversion to PDF: The downloaded image is sent to a conversion API, which processes the image and converts it into a PDF file. This is done using a POST request to the conversion service (e.g., https://v2.convertapi.com/convert/jpg/to/pdf). The conversion is authenticated to ensure secure processing.
    4. Write Result File to Disk: Finally, the converted PDF file is saved to the disk with the specified filename (e.g., document.pdf). This step ensures that the user has immediate access to the newly created PDF file.

    • Customization Guide

    Users can customize this workflow by:
    - Changing the Image URL: Modify the URL in the 'Download Image' node to point to a different image file that needs conversion.
    - Adjusting the File Name: Update the fileName parameter in the 'Write Result File to Disk' node to save the output file with a different name or format.
    - Modifying Sticky Note Content: Edit the content of the 'Sticky Note' node to provide specific instructions or information relevant to the user’s needs.
    - Updating API Credentials: Ensure that the authentication details in the 'File conversion to PDF' node are accurate for the conversion service being used.