Copy/Paste
Copy / Paste Below & Paste & Replace
Duplicate and reuse workflow steps efficiently — copy any supported node and paste it below or replace an existing one, while keeping your workflow structure intact.
What is Copy / Paste?
The Copy / Paste functionality allows you to duplicate and reuse workflow steps without rebuilding them from scratch. It speeds up workflow creation while maintaining structure and safety.
Three actions are available:
- Copy — stores the selected node (or structure) temporarily in the clipboard
- Paste Below — creates a new node immediately below the selected node using the copied data
- Paste & Replace — replaces the selected node's configuration with the copied data while keeping the node's position in the workflow
Supported Nodes
Support varies by node type. Structured nodes like Path and Repeater follow stricter rules to preserve workflow integrity.
Where to Find Copy / Paste
Copy / Paste actions are accessed through the node menu — there are no keyboard shortcuts.
- Open a node in the workflow canvas.
- Click the ⋮ (three-dot menu) on the node.
- The following options appear based on context:
- Copy — always available on supported nodes
- Paste Below — appears only after a node has been copied
- Paste & Replace — appears only after a node has been copied
Key Components
Stores the selected node (or structure) temporarily. What gets copied depends on the node type:
- Simple nodes — only that node is copied
- Path / structured nodes — associated structure may also be included
Copied data includes the app / node configuration, event setup, and connection details. Field mappings are not copied.
Creates a new node (or structure) immediately below the selected node using the copied data. What happens when you paste below:
- A new node ID is generated
- Workflow order is automatically adjusted
- Structure is preserved where applicable (e.g., Path)
- Field mappings and config mappings are cleared
Replaces the selected node's configuration with the copied data while keeping the node's position in the workflow unchanged.
What stays the same vs. what changes
| Stays the same | Changes |
| Node position in the workflow | Node type (if different from copied node) |
| Workflow flow and downstream order | App / configuration |
| All field mappings and config mappings (cleared) |
Warning Message
Before completing any paste action, a warning is shown to ensure you are aware that mappings will be cleared:
"Field mappings and configuration mappings will be removed after pasting. You'll need to reconfigure this node."
When to Use
- Reusing the same app action in multiple places in a workflow
- Duplicating a Filter or Code Block as a starting point for a similar step
- Quickly swapping one node's logic for another using Paste & Replace
- Speeding up workflow creation by cloning repeated patterns
- Copying nodes across different workflows (same workflow only)
- Expecting field mappings to carry over — they are always cleared
- Pasting structured nodes like Path into invalid positions
Step-by-step Guide
- Open the node you want to copy on the workflow canvas.
- Click the ⋮ (three-dot menu) on that node.
- Select Copy. The node's configuration is now stored in the clipboard.
- Click the ⋮ menu on the node below which you want to insert the copy.
- Select Paste Below.
- Read the warning message and confirm.
- A new node is inserted below with the copied configuration. Workflow order is automatically updated.
- Click the ⋮ menu on the node you want to replace.
- Select Paste & Replace.
- Read the warning message and confirm.
- The node's configuration is replaced with the copied data. Its position in the workflow remains unchanged.
- Open the pasted or replaced node.
- Reconfigure all field mappings and config mappings for the node's new position in the workflow.
- Save the workflow once all nodes are correctly configured.
Things to Know
| Scenario | Behavior |
| Paste Below on a simple node | New node inserted below; new ID generated; workflow order recalculated; mappings cleared |
| Paste & Replace on a node | Existing node config replaced; position unchanged; mappings cleared |
| Paste options before copying a node | Paste Below and Paste & Replace are not available until a node has been copied |
| Copying a Path / structured node | Associated structure may also be included; hierarchy is maintained during paste; cannot be inserted in invalid positions |
| Copying a Response Node | Restricted — copy/paste is not available due to execution constraints |
| Pasting across workflows | Not supported — copy/paste works within the same workflow only |
| Keyboard shortcuts | Not available — all copy/paste actions are menu-based only (⋮ three-dot menu) |
Limitations
- Works within the same workflow only — no cross-workflow pasting
- No keyboard shortcuts — menu-based only
- Some complex structures may have placement restrictions
- Reconfiguration is always required after paste — field mappings are never retained
Best Practices
- Use Copy / Paste for faster workflow building — avoid rebuilding similar steps from scratch
- Always review and update mappings after every paste — they are never carried over
- Be cautious when copying structured nodes like Path — check hierarchy and placement before confirming
- Use Paste & Replace to quickly swap one node's logic for another without changing the workflow structure
Frequently Asked Questions
Behaviour & Mappings
Why are field mappings always cleared after paste?+
Field mappings reference outputs from specific positions in the workflow. If a node is pasted to a different position, those references may point to nodes that haven't executed yet or no longer exist at that position. Retaining them would cause execution failures. Users must reconfigure mappings for the node's new context.
What is the difference between Paste Below and Paste & Replace?+
Paste Below inserts a brand new node immediately below the selected node — the original node remains untouched and the workflow gets an additional step.
Paste & Replace overwrites the selected node's configuration with the copied data — no new node is added, the workflow structure stays the same, only that node changes.
Can I paste a node from one workflow to another?+
No. Copy / Paste works within the same workflow only. Cross-workflow pasting is not supported.
Why can't I see Paste Below or Paste & Replace in the menu?+
Paste options only appear after you have copied a node. If no node has been copied yet, only Copy will be visible in the ⋮ menu. Copy a node first, then Paste Below and Paste & Replace will become available.
Are there keyboard shortcuts for copy and paste?+
No. All copy / paste actions are menu-based only — accessed through the ⋮ (three-dot menu) on each node. There are no keyboard shortcuts.
Supported Nodes
Can I copy and paste a Path node?+
Yes, Path is supported including its structure where applicable. However, it follows stricter rules — hierarchy is maintained during paste and Path nodes cannot be inserted into invalid positions. Path Branch (Path Rule) is supported when part of a Path structure.
Can I copy and paste a Repeater node?+
Repeater is supported with restrictions. Structure-aware handling applies to preserve the loop body. Some placement combinations may be restricted to prevent broken workflows.
Why is the Response Node restricted?+
The Response Node has special execution constraints that make a simple copy-paste approach unsafe. It is restricted from copy / paste operations to prevent broken workflows.
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