Data Input
The Eledo n8n node supports two methods for sending data into your templates:
- Guided Fields — simple structured input for flat templates
- JSON Mode — full structured payloads for advanced workflows
The appropriate mode depends on the complexity of your template and workflow.
Available Input Modes
Guided Fields
Guided Fields provide a simple and user-friendly way to populate templates.
This mode is ideal for templates with flat structures such as:
- names
- invoice numbers
- totals
- dates
- boolean values
Fields are grouped by data type to match the limitations of the n8n interface.
Recommended for:
- simple workflows
- fast setup
- non-technical users
- prototyping
JSON Mode
JSON Mode allows you to send complete structured payloads directly to Eledo.
This mode supports:
- nested objects
- arrays
- repeating rows
- complex document structures
Recommended for:
- advanced workflows
- dynamic payload generation
- integrations with APIs and databases
- large or structured documents
Which Mode Should You Use?
Use Guided Fields when:
- your template has a flat structure
- you want the simplest possible setup
- you are testing or prototyping
Use JSON Mode when:
- your template contains arrays or nested objects
- you need repeating rows
- you require full control over the payload structure
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