Beginner workflow demonstrating n8n's built-in looping vs explicit Loop Over Items node using an array of URLs. Ideal for understanding iteration basics.
This n8n workflow is a hands-on tutorial for beginners to master looping over multiple items. It starts with a Manual Trigger node containing a JSON array of URLs (e.g., Reddit, n8n.io). The Split Out node converts the unsplit array into separate items, showcasing n8n's default behavior where most nodes automatically iterate over each item in an input array.
Next, it contrasts this with the explicit Loop Over Items node, which enables custom batch processing and multi-step iterations. Users can
Platform
n8n
Category
Media & Entertainment
Price
$5.99
Creator
Jose Maurino
n8n
beginner
tutorial
looping
iteration
arrays
split-out
manual-trigger
batch-processing
development-tools
How to import this workflow into n8n
1Purchase or download the workflow to get the n8n workflow JSON file.
2In your n8n instance, open Workflows and choose "Import from File" (or paste the JSON with Ctrl+V on the canvas).
3Open each node marked with a credential warning and connect your own accounts and API keys.
4Run the workflow once manually to verify the data flow, then toggle it to Active.