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Overview

This node integrates with the Outline knowledge base platform, allowing users to perform various operations on different resources such as documents, collections, attachments, comments, groups, users, and more. Specifically for the Document - Export operation, it enables exporting a document from the Outline system.

Typical use cases include:

  • Automating the export of specific documents for backup or sharing.
  • Integrating Outline document exports into broader workflows, such as sending exported content to other systems or storage.
  • Extracting document data programmatically without manual intervention.

Example: Export a document by providing its Document ID, then use the exported data in subsequent workflow steps for processing or archiving.

Properties

Name Meaning
Document ID The unique identifier of the document to export. This is required to specify which document to export.

Output

The output of the export operation is a JSON object containing the exported document data as returned by the Outline API. The exact structure depends on the Outline API's response for the document export endpoint but generally includes the document content and metadata.

No binary data output is indicated for this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the Outline API.
  • The node uses HTTP POST requests to Outline API endpoints.
  • Proper configuration of the Outline API credentials in n8n is necessary.

Troubleshooting

  • Common issues:

    • Invalid or missing Document ID will cause the export request to fail.
    • Authentication errors if the API key credential is not set up correctly.
    • Network or API availability issues may cause request failures.

  • Error messages:

    • Errors returned from the Outline API are passed through; typical messages might indicate invalid IDs, permission issues, or rate limits.
    • If the node is configured to continue on failure, error details will be included in the output JSON under an error field.

  • Resolutions:

    • Verify the Document ID is correct and exists in the Outline system.
    • Ensure the API key credential is valid and has sufficient permissions.
    • Check network connectivity and Outline service status.

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