Actions29
- Posts Actions
- Comments Actions
- Users Actions
- Search Actions
Overview
This node integrates with the Sina Weibo API to perform various search-related operations. Specifically, for the Search Statuses operation, it allows users to search for public posts (statuses) on Sina Weibo using a keyword. This is useful for monitoring topics, tracking trends, or gathering social media data related to specific subjects.
Practical examples include:
- Searching for recent posts mentioning a product or brand.
- Monitoring public sentiment about an event or campaign.
- Collecting content for social media analysis or reporting.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Keyword | The search keyword or phrase used to find matching statuses (posts) on Sina Weibo. |
Output
The output is a JSON object representing the search results returned by the Sina Weibo API for statuses matching the given keyword. This typically includes an array of post objects containing details such as post content, author information, timestamps, and other metadata relevant to each status.
No binary data output is produced by this operation.
Dependencies
- Requires access to the Sina Weibo API via the "N8N Tools" API service.
- An API key credential for the N8N Tools API is optionally used for subscription validation.
- The node internally uses a helper class to interact with the Weibo API endpoints.
- No additional environment variables are explicitly required beyond standard n8n credentials setup.
Troubleshooting
- Invalid subscription or API key error: If the node throws an error indicating invalid subscription or API key, verify that the provided API key credential is correct and active.
- Network or HTTP errors: Ensure that the n8n instance has internet access and can reach the Sina Weibo API endpoints.
- Empty or no results: If searches return empty results, check the keyword for correctness and consider the possibility of rate limits or API restrictions.
- Unknown operation error: This should not occur if the operation is correctly set to "Search Statuses". If it does, verify the node configuration.
Links and References
- Sina Weibo Official API Documentation
- n8n Documentation (for general usage of custom nodes and credentials)