How to Start an n8n Workflow Using the Form Trigger

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It is very easy to start an n8n workflow using the Form Trigger. Here’s a short guide on how to do it:

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1. Inside your n8n workflow, tap 'Add First Step' to get started.
2. Following that, head over to the right-hand panel and click 'On Form Submission'.
3. Now, it's time to set up the Form Trigger based on your preference. To get started, tap the 'Authentication' menu and select the method you prefer.
4. Following that, come up with a unique Form Title and then enter it into the provided input field.
5. Do the same thing for the Form Description. Write a short description that explains the purpose of the form.
6. At this point, you can now start building the content of the form. To do that, click 'Add Form Element'.
7. Add the label of the information you want to ask to the intended respondents.
8. Subsequently, specify the Element Type of the label.
9. If you need to customize the element further, tap 'Add Attributes' and then configure the corresponding settings accordingly.
10. You can add as many form elements as you need. Simply tap 'Add Form Element' and repeat the same procedure.
11. Now, click the Form URL to copy it, then send a copy to the intended respondents. Instruct them to start answering the form.
12. Once done, click 'Execute Step' to proceed.
13. Finally, the Form Trigger will be activated in your n8n workflow. Once the responses start coming in, the workflow will run according to your configurations.