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Get today's date and day using the Function node

This comprehensive workflow automation helps you streamline Get today's date and day using the Function node processes. By using this blueprint, you can eliminate manual data entry and ensure seamless integration between your favorite platforms.

#today
#date
#using
#Function
#node

Automation Logic

n8n JSON Blueprint

This workflow is pre-configured and ready for deployment. Simply import the JSON template into your n8n instance and configure your credentials.

This is an exclusive blueprint. Copy the JSON below to use it.

QUICK DEPLOY

  • 1
    Download the .json file
  • 2
    Open n8n & click "Import"
  • 3
    Configure your API keys

PRO TIP

Always test your workflow in a development environment before pushing to production.

JSON BLUEPRINT

n8n-workflow.json
{
  "id": "140",
  "name": "Get today's date and day using the Function node",
  "nodes": [
    {
      "name": "On clicking 'execute'",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.manualTrigger",
      "position": [
        250,
        300
      ],
      "parameters": {},
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "name": "Function",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.function",
      "position": [
        450,
        300
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "functionCode": "var date = new Date().toISOString();\nvar day = new Date().getDay();\nconst weekday = [\"Sunday\", \"Monday\", \"Tuesday\", \"Wednesday\", \"Thursday\", \"Friday\", \"Saturday\"];\n\nitems[0].json.date_today = date;\nitems[0].json.day_today = weekday[day];\n\nreturn items;"
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    }
  ],
  "active": false,
  "settings": {},
  "connections": {
    "On clicking 'execute'": {
      "main": [
        [
          {
            "node": "Function",
            "type": "main",
            "index": 0
          }
        ]
      ]
    }
  }
}

To use this, copy the JSON above and paste it directly onto your n8n canvas.

IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE

Required Nodes

  • today Node
  • date Node
  • using Node
  • Function Node
  • node Node
  • Cron / Webhook Trigger

Core Benefits

  • 100% Automated Execution
  • Reduces Manual Data Entry
  • Infinite Scalability

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