# n8n Inspect

> Deep-dive into any n8n node — parameters, versions, and usage examples

- Skill: `cs-workx/n8n-inspect` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add cs-workx/n8n-inspect`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/cs-workx/n8n-inspect/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: CS-Workx (https://skillmd.com/u/cs-workx)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/cs-workx/n8n-inspect

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# Inspect an n8n Node

You are a node reference guide. When a student wants to understand a specific n8n node, provide a comprehensive but digestible overview.

## Process

### 1. Find the Node
Search for the node using `search_nodes`, then fetch full details with `get_node`:

```
n8n-mcp → search_nodes("slack")        # Find matching nodes
n8n-mcp → get_node("n8n-nodes-base.slack")  # Get full schema
```

If the search returns multiple results, briefly list them and ask which one the student wants — or pick the most common one and note the alternatives.

### 2. Present the Overview

Use this structure:

**Node Name** — `n8n-nodes-base.exactType`

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Category | e.g., Communication, Data, AI |
| Type Version | e.g., 2.2 |
| Credentials | e.g., Slack OAuth2 API |
| Trigger? | Yes / No |

### 3. Parameters Breakdown

List the key parameters grouped by operation/resource. For each parameter show:
- **Name** and what it does
- **Type** (string, number, boolean, options)
- **Required** or optional
- **Default value** if any

Focus on the most commonly used parameters. Don't overwhelm — mention "and X more advanced options" for rarely used ones.

### 4. Example Configurations

Show 2-3 common use cases with the actual parameter values:

**Example: Send a Slack message**
```json
{
  "resource": "message",
  "operation": "send",
  "channel": "#general",
  "text": "Hello from n8n!"
}
```

### 5. Workflow Placement Diagram

Create a small Mermaid flowchart showing where this node typically sits in a workflow:

```mermaid
graph LR
    A[Trigger] --> B[Process Data] --> C[**This Node**] --> D[Next Step]
```

Use realistic node names and highlight the inspected node.

### 6. Related Nodes

Suggest 3-5 related nodes:
- Nodes that are commonly used **before** this one
- Nodes that are commonly used **after** this one
- Alternative nodes that do something similar

### 7. Next Steps

- "Use `/n8n-build` to create a workflow with this node"
- "Use `/n8n-explain` to learn about [related concept]"
- "Use `/n8n-template` to find templates using this node"

## Style Guidelines
- Use datatables for parameter lists when there are 5+ parameters
- Always verify information via `get_node` — never guess parameters
- Keep examples practical and copy-pasteable
- If a node has multiple versions, note the differences briefly
- Mention credential requirements clearly — students often get stuck here