Objective: Run a workflow automatically on a schedule without clicking "Execute".

• Nodes Used: Schedule Trigger → Log Action
• Concept: Time based triggers and automatic executions shown in the Executions tab.
• Exercise Steps:
  • [ ] Create a new workflow named Lab 6 - Scheduler.
  • [ ] Add a Schedule Trigger node and set it to run every 1 minute.
  • [ ] Add a Set node called Log Action and add a field Status with value Run Automatically.
  • [ ] Connect Schedule Trigger → Log Action.
  • [ ] Turn the workflow Active using the toggle at the top right.
  • [ ] Wait at least 2 minutes then open the Executions tab and confirm there are automatic runs.
  • [ ] Deactivate the workflow after testing so it does not keep running.

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