Trigger Node

Trigger Node

The Trigger node sends data into the workflow based on pre-configured payload and interval settings. You can use it to test a workflow without manually pushing data through a third-party platform such as Postman.

The trigger node will periodically poll the API and output a payload at the interval specified. 

Adding a Trigger node to your workflow

1. First, select your desired solution and navigate to Rayven Workflow.
2. Select ‘Inputs’ from the left-hand panel.
3. Find the Trigger node and drag it onto the canvas.
4. Double click on the Trigger node to open its configuration window.

Configuring your Trigger node

1. Give your node a name. Choose something simple that clearly explains its purpose. You must pick a name that has three or more characters.
2. Choose the Interval between trigger events. This value must be numeric and greater than 0.
   
3. Select the Interval Units from the drop-down list. The available options are seconds, minutes, hours, or days.
   
4. Enter the delay between the trigger acting on each device Under Interval Between Devices. This figure is measured in milliseconds and must be a numeric value greater than 0. The number of devices triggered should be less than the interval set. I.e. the number of devices multiplied by the delay between devices must be less than the interval value.
   
5. Enter the payload you want pushed into the workflow each time the trigger interval passes under Trigger Payload.
   
6. Select the Trigger Payload Format from the drop-down list.
   
7. Under Filter Device By, select the relevant Device Filter to select the devices that will receive this payload. You can configure Device Filters in Device Management.

Activation

Once you have finished configuring the node, click 'activate' and then 'save'. The node is now ready to send data into the workflow.