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What It Does

  • Automatically uploads local or remote files to specified Slack channels.
  • Keeps channel stakeholders informed with up-to-date reports, logs, and documents.
  • Streamlines collaboration by embedding assets directly where conversations happen.
  • Ensures consistent file distribution without manual drag-and-drop.

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🏁 Getting Started

Slack Upload File Node config screenshot
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Select Slack Workspace

Choose your connected Slack account where the files will be posted.
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Configure Inputs

Set the channel, file path or URL, and add an optional comment or sync directory.

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Inputs

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🛠️ Required Fields

  • Slack Workspace (✅)
    Choose the Slack workspace to use for uploading files.
    Why it matters: Ensures files post to the correct team and workspace.
  • Channel (✅)
    Select a public or private channel, user DM, or group where the file should be shared.
    Why it matters: Directs your file to the right audience without manual tagging.
  • File Path or URL (✅)
    Provide either a local file path (e.g., /tmp/myFile.txt) or a direct file URL.
    Why it matters: Automates file transfer so your team always sees the latest version.

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🎯 Optional Fields

  • Initial Comment (⚪️)
    Add a message that appears above the file after upload.
    Why it matters: Provides context or instructions alongside the file.
  • Sync Directory (⚪️)
    Point to a directory to watch and automatically upload new files from it.
    Why it matters: Enables batch or folder-based uploads for automated workflows.

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Output

When triggered, this node returns metadata for the uploaded file (ID, URL, file name, channels).
Use these properties in downstream nodes to reference or notify teams.
Slack Upload File Node output screenshot

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How It Works

  1. Reads the specified file from your local /tmp directory or downloads it from the URL.
  2. Calls the Slack file upload action to send the file to your chosen channel.
  3. Posts the file with any initial comment you provided.
  4. Emits file metadata for downstream automation like notifications, logging, or CRM attachments.

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🚀 Example Use Cases & Prompts

Use CaseSetup or Prompt Example
Design Asset Handoff”Upload build artifacts to #design-team for review.”
Weekly Sales Report”Share the latest sales report PDF to #sales-weekly every Monday.”
Error Logs Distribution”Post server logs to #dev-ops when new logs arrive in /tmp/logs.”

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✨ Pro Tips

  • Prefix @FileID in messages to link directly to the uploaded asset.
  • Use Insert Input to dynamically set file paths or URLs at runtime.
  • Keep your sync directory lean to avoid uploading unnecessary files.

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⚠️ Important Considerations

  • Files over Slack’s size limit (1 GB) will fail to upload.
  • Make sure the file path is correct and accessible by the runtime environment.

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🛠 Troubleshooting & Gotchas

SymptomLikely CauseQuick Fix
No file appears in channelIncorrect channel or permissionsVerify channel ID and bot permissions in Slack.
Upload errorsFile path typo or permission issueCheck file existence and access rights.
Large file failsExceeds Slack file size limitCompress or split the file before upload.

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📝 FAQ

✅ Yes — ensure your workspace installation includes file permissions.
No — Slack enforces a 1 GB size limit per file.
This is an action node, so it runs on demand and is free to use.

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💰 Pricing

ActionCredit Cost
Upload FileFree

Drop this Slack Upload File node into your flow to share files instantly with your team — no manual uploads required. 🚀