Get all files of subfolders

In this segment of the workflow, all files located within subfolders are collected. This includes the exploration of subfolders within subfolders, ensuring the identification of every file throughout the entire folder structure. Additionally, a corresponding folder is created in the destination structure for each identified subfolder.

Enrich the files

In this phase of the workflow, all identified files are processed and enriched with the correct path within the destination structure.

Move files

In this stage of the workflow, the files are moved into the destination structure.

If the batch size remains at 1 in the Loop Over node, each file will be moved sequentially. If the batch size is increased, multiple files will be moved simultaneously.

Get the files and subfolders to move

In this segment of the workflow, all files and subfolders to be relocated are gathered. Additionally, the destination folder is created if it does not already exist.

Manual Start

To manually initiate the workflow, the Set Paths node requires the specification of the folder path to be moved and the destination folder path. Subfolders can be indicated using '/'.

Ensure that the other workflow triggers are deactivated before initiating the workflow.

Webhook trigger

You can also automate the workflow by configuring a webhook to trigger it. It is crucial that each request contains a JSON body with at least the two attributes 'from-path' and 'to-path' set. Here is an example:

{
 "from": "Folder/to/move",
 "to": "New-Folder"
}

The workflow will respond with an error, if the request is not valid.

Ensure that the other workflow triggers are deactivated before initiating the workflow.

Trigger by other workflow

It is also possible to initiate this workflow from within another workflow. It is important to ensure that at least the 'from-path' and 'to-path' are passed as parameters when starting this workflow.

The workflow will respond with an error, if the request is not valid.

Ensure that the other workflow triggers are deactivated before initiating the workflow.

Template Description

Description:

This template facilitates the transfer of a folder, along with all its files and subfolders, within a Nextcloud instance. The Nextcloud user must have access to both the source and destination folders. While Nextcloud allows folder movement, complications may arise when dealing with external storage that has rate limits. This workflow ensures the individual transfer of each file to avoid exceeding rate limits, particularly useful for setups involving external storage with rate limitations.

How it works:

• Identify all files and subfolders within the specified source folder.
• Recursive search within subfolders for additional files.
• Replicate the folder structure in the target folder.
• Individually move each identified file to the corresponding location in the target folder.

Set up steps:

• Set Nextcloud credentials for all Nextcloud nodes involved in the process. -Edit the trigger settings. Detailed instructions can be found within the respective trigger configuration.
• Initiate the workflow to commence the folder transfer process.

Help

If you need assistance with applying this template, feel free to reach out to me. You can find additional information about me and my services here. => https://nicokowalczyk.de/links

I have also produced a video where I explain the workflow and provide an example. You can find this video over here. https://youtu.be/K1kmG_Q_jRk

Cheers. Nico Kowalczyk

Get all files of subfolders

Purpose and structure

This folder contains the Get all files of subfolders workflow. Its executable nodes use code, executeWorkflowTrigger, if, manualTrigger, nextCloud, noOp, set, splitInBatches, stopAndError, webhook. The table and connection map below are derived from the JSON, not an inferred guarantee of behavior.

Setup

Import inactive. Configure your own credentials and replace REPLACE_WITH_* values. Review external destinations and Code nodes before running.

Entry points

When clicking "Execute Workflow", Webhook, Execute Workflow Trigger

Verification

Sanitized source candidate; not runtime-tested. This overview is generated from node metadata. Read the folder README for the connection map, credential types, and license.

Attribution

https://github.com/Zie619/n8n-workflows/blob/94007c1445d9258a7da116646b79473e7c7c3282/workflows/Stopanderror/0333_Stopanderror_Webhook_Create_Webhook.json MIT; preserve source notices.