ManualTrigger Automate

ManualTrigger Automate allows users to easily share images on LinkedIn by manually triggering an automated workflow. With just one click, it fetches an image and posts it as a test image post, streamlining the process of content sharing on social media.

7/8/2025
3 nodes
Simple
manualsimplelinkedinapiintegration
Categories:
Manual TriggeredSimple WorkflowSocial Media Management
Integrations:
LinkedIn

Target Audience

  • Social Media Managers: Professionals managing multiple social media accounts who need to automate image posting on LinkedIn.
    - Content Creators: Individuals looking to streamline their posting process with automated workflows for efficiency.
    - Small Business Owners: Entrepreneurs who want to promote their products visually on LinkedIn without spending too much time on manual posting.
    - Marketers: Those who want to enhance their LinkedIn presence by regularly sharing engaging content with minimal effort.

    • Problem Solved

  • This workflow addresses the challenge of manually posting images to LinkedIn, which can be time-consuming and inefficient.
    - It automates the process of retrieving an image from a specified URL and posting it to LinkedIn, ensuring that users can focus on content strategy rather than repetitive tasks.
    - By integrating with LinkedIn, it allows users to maintain a consistent online presence without the hassle of manual uploads.

    • Workflow Steps

  • Step 1: The workflow begins with a manual trigger when the user clicks 'execute'. This allows for control over when the workflow runs.
    - Step 2: The next step involves an HTTP Request to fetch an image from the specified URL (https://n8n.io/n8n-logo.png). The response is formatted as a file, ready for posting.
    - Step 3: Finally, the workflow uses the LinkedIn node to create a post with the fetched image. The post includes a text description ('this is a test image post') and is shared as an image on the user's LinkedIn profile.

    • Customization Guide

  • Changing the Image URL: Users can modify the url parameter in the HTTP Request node to point to a different image.
    - Editing the Post Text: The text parameter in the LinkedIn node can be updated to reflect the desired message accompanying the image.
    - Selecting a Different LinkedIn Account: Users can change the person parameter to post from a different LinkedIn profile by providing the corresponding ID.
    - Adjusting the Post Type: Users can modify the shareMediaCategory to support other media types, such as videos or articles, based on their needs.