Overview
This node interacts with the CloudConvert API to manage file conversion jobs. Specifically, the 'Get One' operation under the 'Job' resource retrieves detailed information about a single conversion job by its ID. This is useful for monitoring the status or results of a specific job, such as checking if a file conversion has completed or retrieving job metadata.
Use Case Examples
- Retrieve the status and details of a specific file conversion job by providing its Job ID.
- Use the node to fetch job information for logging or further processing in an automation workflow.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ID | The unique identifier of the job to retrieve. This is required to specify which job's details to fetch. |
Output
JSON
id- The unique identifier of the job.status- The current status of the job (e.g., finished, processing, error).tasks- Details of tasks associated with the job, such as conversion or export tasks.created_at- Timestamp when the job was created.updated_at- Timestamp when the job was last updated.tag- Custom tag associated with the job, if any.
Dependencies
- CloudConvert API access with an API key credential
Troubleshooting
- Ensure the provided Job ID is correct and exists in your CloudConvert account; otherwise, the API will return an error indicating the job was not found.
- If the node fails to connect, verify that the API key credential is correctly configured and has the necessary permissions.
- For synchronous calls, be aware that heavy jobs might cause timeouts or delays; consider using asynchronous calls with webhooks for job completion notifications.
Links
- CloudConvert API - Jobs - Official CloudConvert API documentation for managing jobs, including retrieving job details.