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n8n-import

Import and validate n8n workflow JSON files against a local API.

1|Updated Feb 6, 2026
Search Tags:#n8n#api management#workflow import#json payloads#webhook validation#workflow activation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/williamsforeal/Cyclone-SS --skill n8n-import-williamsforeal
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: n8n-import
Source: https://github.com/williamsforeal/Cyclone-SS/tree/main/global-skills/n8n-import
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/williamsforeal/Cyclone-SS --skill n8n-import-williamsforeal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you import, list, inspect, and control n8n workflow JSON files on your local n8n instance without guessing which workflows exist or whether they are configured correctly.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Workflow discovery & listing: Enumerate existing workflows from the local n8n API so you can manage what’s already deployed.
  • Workflow import & inspection: Import a workflow JSON payload and retrieve full details for validation and debugging.
  • Activation control: Enable or disable workflows by ID to safely roll changes forward or roll them back.
  • Use Case: You have five new workflow JSON files in the repo’s workflows/ directory and want to import them, verify webhook paths and credentials references, and activate only the ones that pass validation.

Quick Start

Start n8n on localhost:5678, then import your workflow JSON by POSTing it to http://localhost:5678/api/v1/workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions about n8n-import

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I import n8n workflow JSON files into a local instance?▼

To import n8n workflows, POST your workflow JSON payloads to the local n8n API at http://localhost:5678/api/v1/workflows. This allows you to deploy and inspect workflow configurations directly on your localhost instance.

What validation checks are applied when importing n8n workflows?▼

Workflow validation checks for n8n imports include verifying unique webhook paths, confirming valid credential references, and ensuring proper expression handling using a leading equals sign in the jsonBody field.

Can I activate and deactivate n8n workflows programmatically?▼

Yes, you can activate or deactivate n8n workflows by targeting their specific workflow ID. This allows you to safely roll changes forward or roll back workflows without manually toggling them in the UI.

Do I need a running n8n server to list and manage existing workflows?▼

Yes, you need an active n8n instance running on localhost:5678 with HTTP access to the /api/v1/workflows endpoint to enumerate, inspect, and manage your deployed workflows.

Why does my n8n workflow JSON payload fail validation on import?▼

Workflow JSON payloads fail validation if they contain duplicate webhook paths, invalid credential references, or improperly formatted n8n expressions missing the leading equals sign in jsonBody.

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