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Overview
This node integrates with the Blinko API to create a new comment on a specified note. It is useful in scenarios where users want to programmatically add comments or replies to notes within the Blinko system, such as automating feedback collection, adding annotations, or managing discussions related to notes.
Practical examples include:
- Automatically posting status updates or remarks on project notes.
- Adding guest comments without requiring user authentication.
- Replying to existing comments to maintain threaded conversations.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Note ID | The unique identifier of the note to which the comment will be added. |
| Content | The textual content of the comment being created. |
| Additional Fields | Optional extra fields: - Parent Comment ID: ID of the comment this is replying to (if any). - Guest Name: Name used for guest comments; if set, the request is sent without an authentication token. |
Output
The output JSON contains the details of the newly created comment as returned by the Blinko API. This typically includes the comment's ID, content, associated note ID, timestamps, and possibly metadata about the author or parent comment if it is a reply.
The node does not output binary data.
Dependencies
- Requires an active connection to the Blinko API.
- Needs an API key credential configured in n8n for authenticated requests unless a guest name is provided, in which case the request is unauthenticated.
- Proper network access to the Blinko API endpoint.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues:
- Providing an invalid or non-existent Note ID will likely result in an error from the API.
- Omitting required fields like Content or Note ID will cause validation errors.
- Using Guest Name disables authentication; if the API restricts guest comments, the request may fail.
Error Messages:
"The operation "createComment" is not supported!"— indicates a misconfiguration of the operation parameter.- API errors related to authentication failure when no valid credentials are provided and no guest name is set.
- Validation errors if required parameters are missing or invalid.
To resolve these issues:
- Ensure all required properties are correctly set.
- Verify that the API key credential is properly configured unless using guest commenting.
- Confirm that the Note ID exists and is accessible.
Links and References
- Blinko API Documentation (hypothetical link, replace with actual if available)
- n8n Documentation on Creating Custom Nodes
- General guide on Handling Comments in APIs (for conceptual understanding)