Working with Nodes
What are Nodes?
Nodes are the building blocks of your workflow. Each node represents a specific operation or function. Nodes process input data and produce output that can be connected to other nodes.
Adding Nodes to the Canvas
From the Node Library
- Look at the Right Panel at the top section (Node Library)
- Find the node you want to add
- Click and drag the node from the library onto the canvas
- Release the mouse to place the node
Node Anatomy
Each node has these key components:
- Title: Node name and type
- Input Pins: On the left side, where data enters
- Output Pins: On the right side, where results exit
- Execute Button: Top-right button to run the node
- Status Indicator: Color showing the current state (see "Node States" section)
Moving Nodes
- Click and Drag: Left-click on a node and drag it to move it around the canvas
- The node will maintain all its connections as you move it
Selecting and Deselecting Nodes
- Select: Left-click on a node to select it (highlights in blue)
- Deselect: Left-click on empty canvas space
Configuring Nodes
When you select a node, the Properties Panel on the right side shows its configuration options:
- Click on a node to select it
- View the Properties panel on the right
- Modify any parameters as needed
- Changes take effect when you execute the node
Deleting Nodes
- Press Delete Key: Select a node and press
Deleteto remove it - Right-Click Menu: Right-click a node and select "Delete"
Important: Deleting a node also removes all its connections to other nodes. You cannot undo this action, so be careful when deleting nodes.
Resizing Nodes
Some node types can be resized by dragging the corners or edges of the node body.
Executing Nodes
Execute Single Node
Left-click the execute button at the top-right of the node to run just that node.
Execute with Downstream Nodes
Right-click the execute button to run this node AND all nodes that depend on its output.
Node States During Execution
As a node executes, you'll see its color change:
- Orange: Node needs to be executed (inputs changed)
- Yellow: Node is currently running
- Green: Node executed successfully
- Red: Node had an error during execution
For more details, see the "Node States" section of this help.
Tip: Select a node and look at the Properties panel on the right to see and modify its configuration. Most node behavior is controlled through these properties.