See Our n8n Integration in Action
Automate document search and knowledge retrieval with powerful workflows

Key Takeaways
- This video demo shows the full Needle + n8n integration setup from start to finish
- 3 Needle nodes are available in n8n: List Collections, Add Files, and Search
- Real-world use cases demonstrated: automated support, onboarding Q&A, and sales enablement
- The integration works with n8n open-source and cloud - no custom coding required
What the Video Demonstrates
This integration lets you automate document search and knowledge retrieval, creating powerful workflows that connect your documentation with your existing tools. In the video, you'll see exactly how to:
Step 1: Connect Needle with n8n to build automated document search workflows
Step 2: Use our three essential nodes: List Collections, Add Files, and Search
Step 3: Create real-world automations for support, onboarding, and sales teams
Needle n8n Nodes Overview
| Node | What It Does | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| List Collections | Retrieve all available Needle collections | Dynamic collection selection in workflows |
| Add Files | Upload and index documents automatically | Syncing Google Drive, Slack exports, or CRM data |
| Search | Query your knowledge base with natural language | Answering support tickets, onboarding questions |
Watch the full walkthrough above to learn how this integration can transform repetitive search tasks into seamless automated processes.
Summary
This video walkthrough demonstrates how to connect Needle with n8n to automate document search and knowledge retrieval. Using 3 dedicated Needle nodes, you can build workflows that automatically list collections, upload files, and search your knowledge base - enabling real-world automations for support, onboarding, and sales teams without writing a single line of code.
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