This document outlines the functionality and characteristics of the Monday.com Board Reader node, which enables users to retrieve data from specified Monday.com boards and groups.

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Node Inputs

The Monday.com Board Reader node requires several inputs to operate effectively. These inputs include:

  • Workspace: The specific Monday.com workspace from which to retrieve data.
  • Board: The particular board within the selected workspace to read data from.
  • Group: Specifies the group within the board to read (e.g., “Completed”, “To-Do”).
  • Number of Items (optional): Limits the number of items to fetch.
    • If set to 1, outputs a single text item.
    • If left blank or set to more than 1, outputs a List of text items.

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Node Output

The Monday.com Board Reader node outputs:

  • Retrieved data as either a single text item or a list of text items, based on the Number of Items setting.

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Node Functionality

The Monday.com Board Reader node is designed to read data from Monday.com boards and integrate it into workflows.

Key features include:

  • Loop Mode: Allows for batch processing of multiple items, enabling iteration over data within workflows.
  • Dynamic Inputs: Configurable options for showing inputs dynamically, allowing you to toggle visibility for Workspace, Board, and Number of Items.

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When To Use

The Monday.com Board Reader node is valuable in scenarios where data from Monday.com is needed within an automated workflow. Common use cases include:

  • Task Management: Automatically retrieve tasks from specific boards and groups for tracking progress.
  • Automated Reporting: Pull data for reporting purposes, such as completed tasks or pending items.
  • Project Monitoring: Sync project data from multiple boards to centralize tracking within a workflow.

Some specific examples:

  • Fetching a list of completed tasks for generating a status report.
  • Retrieving new tasks from a “To-Do” group to integrate into a task management system.
  • Pulling data from a project board for team-wide visibility in another system.

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Important Considerations:

  1. Requires Authentication with Monday.com – Set up in the Credentials page
  2. Pre-requisite: Ensure the Gumloop app is installed in your Monday.com workspace.

In summary, the Monday.com Board Reader node provides a powerful way to integrate data from Monday.com boards into automated workflows. With its flexible configuration options and secure access, it is ideal for retrieving and utilizing Monday.com data in real-time.