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Convert an array into an array of objects

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Important notice

This workflow is provided as-is. Please review and test before using in production.

1. Workflow Overview

You can use the Function node to convert an array to an array of objects.

Best for

  • Engineering automation workflows
  • beginner n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.function

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Harshil Agrawal.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Convert an array into an array of objects
Workflow name
Convert an array into an array of objects

You can use the Function node to convert an array to an array of objects.

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - Mock Data

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.function - function
Config choices
Version 1

Block 2 - Function

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.function - function
Config choices
Version 1

3. Summary Table

Workflow Convert an array into an array of objects
Complexity beginner
Nodes 2
Categories Engineering
Author Harshil Agrawal
Published 03 Nov 2020

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/763/763.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Convert an array into an array of objects do?

You can use the Function node to convert an array to an array of objects.

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Engineering use case.