Actions11
- Filters and Effect Actions
- Metadata Actions
- RTMP Restreaming Actions
- Transcoding Actions
- Video Processing Actions
Overview
This node provides functionality related to media files using ffmpeg, focusing here on the "Metadata" resource with the "Extract Metadata" operation. It extracts metadata information from a given media file input, which can be useful for analyzing media properties such as format, duration, codec details, resolution, and other embedded metadata.
Common scenarios include:
- Automatically retrieving media file details before processing or transcoding.
- Extracting technical metadata for cataloging or reporting purposes.
- Validating media file attributes in automated workflows.
For example, you might provide a URL or binary field containing a video file, and the node will output detailed metadata about that video.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Media File Input | A valid media URL or the name of the input binary field containing the media file to analyze |
Output
The node outputs JSON data containing the extracted metadata of the provided media file. This typically includes information such as codec type, duration, bit rate, resolution, frame rate, audio channels, and other relevant media attributes.
If the input is binary data, the node processes it accordingly to extract metadata without requiring an external URL.
No binary output is produced by this operation; the output is purely metadata in JSON form.
Dependencies
- Requires an API key credential for accessing the underlying ffmpeg service.
- The node depends on ffmpeg functionality exposed via an API (likely a custom or third-party ffmpeg API).
- Proper configuration of the API authentication token or key within n8n credentials is necessary.
Troubleshooting
- Invalid Media Input: If the media URL is invalid or the binary field does not contain a proper media file, the node may fail to extract metadata. Ensure the input is correct and accessible.
- Authentication Errors: Missing or incorrect API credentials will cause authentication failures. Verify that the API key credential is correctly set up.
- Unsupported Media Format: Some media formats might not be supported by the underlying ffmpeg service, leading to errors or incomplete metadata extraction.
- Timeouts or Network Issues: When providing URLs, network connectivity problems can prevent successful metadata extraction.