Local File trigger#
The Local File trigger node starts a workflow when it detects changes on the file system. These changes involve a file or folder getting added, changed or deleted.
Examples and templates
For usage examples and templates to help you get started, refer to n8n's Local File Trigger's integrations page.
Parameters#
You can choose what event to watch for:
Trigger On:
- Changes to a Specific File: triggers when the specified file changes.
- File to Watch: the path to the file to watch.
- Changes Involving a Specific Folder: triggers when a change occurs in the selected folder.
- Folder to Watch: the path of the folder to watch.
- Watch for: the type of change to watch for.
Options#
Use Options settings to include or exclude files and folders.
- Include Linked Files/Folders: also watch for changes to linked files or folders.
- Ignore: files or paths to ignore. n8n tests the whole path, not just the filename. Supports the Anymatch syntax.
- Max Folder Depth: how deep into the folder structure to watch for changes.
Examples for Ignore#
Ignore a single file:
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Ignore a sub-directory of a directory you're watching:
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Related resources#
View example workflows and related content on n8n's website.