Overview
The node named "SmartProxy" is designed to interact with the SmartProxy API. It provides various operations related to sheets, including retrieving sheet data. A common use case for this node is to fetch detailed information about a specific sheet by its ID, which can be useful in automation workflows that require reading or processing spreadsheet data stored in SmartProxy.
For example, you might use the "Get Sheet" operation to retrieve all metadata and content of a particular sheet before performing further data transformations or integrations with other systems.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Sheet ID | The unique identifier of the sheet to retrieve. This is a required string input property. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the sheet retrieved from the SmartProxy API. This JSON typically includes the sheet's metadata, structure, and possibly its rows and cells depending on the API response. The output does not explicitly mention binary data handling, so it is assumed to be purely JSON-formatted data describing the sheet.
Dependencies
- Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the SmartProxy API.
- The base URL for the API is configured via credentials and used as the request base URL.
- The node expects the SmartProxy API to be accessible and properly configured with the provided credentials.
Troubleshooting
- Invalid Sheet ID: If the provided Sheet ID does not exist or is incorrect, the API will likely return an error indicating the sheet was not found. Verify the Sheet ID value.
- Authentication Errors: Missing or invalid API credentials will cause authentication failures. Ensure the API key or token is correctly set up in the node credentials.
- Network Issues: Connectivity problems to the SmartProxy API endpoint may result in timeouts or connection errors. Check network access and API availability.
- API Changes: If the SmartProxy API changes its endpoints or response formats, the node might fail to parse responses correctly. Keep the node and API documentation updated.
Links and References
- SmartProxy API Documentation (Replace with actual URL)
- n8n Documentation on Creating Custom Nodes