Builder Mode

Let AI create and modify nodes directly in your n8n workflows.

Requires n8n Connection

Builder Mode requires connecting to your n8n instance via API. Set up your n8n connection first.

What is Builder Mode?

Builder Mode allows N8N Insider's AI to directly create, modify, and connect nodes in your n8n workflows. Instead of just giving you suggestions, the AI takes action.

What AI Can Do

  • Add new nodes to your workflow
  • Configure node parameters
  • Connect nodes together
  • Update existing node settings
  • Add error handling branches
  • Create complete workflow sections

Enabling Builder Mode

  1. Ensure your n8n API connection is configured
  2. Open the N8N Insider panel
  3. Toggle the mode switch from "Helper" to "Builder"
  4. The AI will now have access to modify your workflow

Example Prompts

"Add a Slack node that sends a message to #general"

"Add error handling that sends an email if the workflow fails"

"Create a workflow that fetches data from an API and saves it to Google Sheets"

"Connect the HTTP Request output to a filter that only passes items where status is active"

How It Works

  1. You describe what you want to build
  2. AI analyzes your current workflow
  3. AI uses n8n API to create/modify nodes
  4. Changes appear immediately in your canvas
  5. You can undo or adjust as needed

Safety & Control

  • AI only modifies the currently open workflow
  • All changes can be undone with Ctrl+Z
  • AI cannot execute workflows or access credentials
  • You maintain full control over saving and activating workflows

Best Practice

Start with simple requests and review changes before making complex modifications. Use version control or duplicate your workflow before major changes.

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