Installing Workflows in n8n

This guide will help you import your Supern8n workflows into your n8n instance and get them running.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have:

• A running n8n instance (cloud or self-hosted)
• Downloaded your workflow .json file from Supern8n
• Access to n8n's web interface

Don't have n8n yet? Visit n8n.io to get started with a free cloud account or self-hosted installation.

Importing Workflows into n8n

Method 1: Import from File (Recommended)

1. Open your n8n instance in your web browser
2. Navigate to Workflows using the left sidebar
3. Click the "+" button or select "Add Workflow"
4. Click the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top right corner
5. Select "Import from File"
6. Choose your downloaded .json file
7. Click "Open" to import

The workflow will now appear in your n8n workspace.

Method 2: Import from URL

If you have a workflow URL:

1. Open the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top right
2. Select "Import from URL"
3. Paste the workflow URL
4. Click "Import"

Method 3: Copy and Paste

For advanced users:

1. Open the workflow .json file in a text editor
2. Copy all the JSON content
3. In n8n, open the three-dot menu
4. Select "Import from Clipboard"
5. Paste the copied JSON
6. Click "Import"

Configuring Your Workflow

After importing, you need to configure the workflow:

Step 1: Review Workflow Structure

1. Examine the nodes - Click on each node to understand what it does
2. Check connections - Verify all nodes are properly connected
3. Read node descriptions - Many nodes include helpful comments

Step 2: Configure Credentials

Most workflows require API credentials:

1. Identify required services - Look for nodes with a red warning icon
2. Click on a node that needs credentials
3. Click "Create New Credential" in the Credentials dropdown
4. Enter your API keys or authentication details
5. Test the connection
6. Repeat for all required services

Common services that need credentials:

• Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Drive
• Slack, Discord, Telegram
• HubSpot, Salesforce, Airtable
• Stripe, PayPal, Shopify
• And many more!

Step 3: Customize Settings

Adjust workflow settings to match your needs:

1. Workflow settings - Click the gear icon to:

   • Change the workflow name
   • Set execution timeout
   • Configure error handling

2. Node-specific settings - For each node:

   • Update field values (emails, names, etc.)
   • Adjust data mappings
   • Configure filters or conditions

Step 4: Test the Workflow

Before activating:

1. Click "Execute Workflow" (or use the play button)
2. Check the output of each node
3. Verify data flows correctly through the workflow
4. Fix any errors that appear

Use the "Execute Node" feature to test individual nodes.

Activating Your Workflow

Once testing is complete:

For Trigger-Based Workflows

1. Toggle the Active switch in the top right (it turns green)
2. Verify the trigger is properly configured:
   • Webhook triggers - Copy the webhook URL
   • Schedule triggers - Confirm timing is correct
   • App triggers - Test the trigger event

For Manual Workflows

Leave the workflow inactive and execute manually when needed using the "Execute Workflow" button.

Version Compatibility

Checking n8n Version

1. Click your profile icon in n8n
2. Select "About n8n"
3. Note your current version

Workflow Requirements

Each Supern8n workflow lists its minimum n8n version on the product page. Most workflows require:

• n8n version 0.220.0 or higher
• Some advanced workflows may need newer versions

Updating n8n

If you need to update n8n:

• Cloud users - Automatic updates, always on latest version
• Self-hosted (npm) - Run npm install -g n8n@latest
• Self-hosted (Docker) - Pull the latest image: docker pull n8nio/n8n:latest

Common Import Issues

"Invalid Workflow File" Error

Cause: Corrupted or incomplete JSON file

Solution:

1. Re-download the workflow from Supern8n
2. Ensure the file extension is .json (not .json.txt)
3. Don't edit the file in a text editor
4. Try importing in a different browser

Missing Node Types

Cause: Your n8n version doesn't have required nodes

Solution:

1. Update n8n to the latest version
2. Check if you need community nodes installed
3. Verify the workflow's n8n version requirements

Credentials Not Saving

Cause: Browser or session issues

Solution:

1. Clear browser cache and cookies
2. Try in incognito/private browsing mode
3. Check your n8n instance isn't in read-only mode
4. Restart your n8n instance

Workflow Imports but Shows Errors

Cause: Missing credentials or incorrect configuration

Solution:

1. Click on nodes with red warning icons
2. Configure credentials for each service
3. Update any placeholder values (emails, IDs, etc.)
4. Check node-specific settings

Best Practices

Organize Your Workflows

• Use descriptive names - "Lead Enrichment - HubSpot to Slack"
• Add tags - Categorize by department or function
• Create folders - Group related workflows
• Document changes - Add notes when you customize

Backup Your Workflows

Regularly export your configured workflows:

1. Open the workflow
2. Click three-dot menu (⋮)
3. Select "Download"
4. Save to a backup location

This preserves your customizations and credentials settings.

Test in a Safe Environment

• Use test accounts when possible
• Start with manual execution before activating triggers
• Monitor executions closely at first
• Set up error notifications to catch issues early

Getting Help

In-App Resources

• n8n Documentation - docs.n8n.io
• Community Forum - community.n8n.io
• Node documentation - Click the "?" icon in each node

Supern8n Support

• Email support - hello@supern8n.com
• Live chat - Available during business hours
• Help articles - Browse our help center

Next Steps

Once your workflow is installed and configured:

1. Learn about customizing workflows
2. Set up monitoring and error handling
3. Explore advanced workflow features
4. Connect with our community

Happy automating!