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Schedule Timer node

Add a Schedule Timer node at the start of the graph. It stores:
  • Cron expression (from presets or custom)
  • Time zone
  • Schedule enabled — when off, only manual starts apply
The designer shows whether a timer node exists (hasTimerNode). Saving with a timer updates definition schedule metadata.

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Starting a workflow

ActionWhen to use
ActivatePromote draft → active and start orchestration (first run or new version)
Run nowStart an execution from an active definition without waiting for cron
Routine linkA Routine’s schedule can target this workflow definition

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Manual vs scheduled

  • Manual — user or API explicitly starts a run
  • Scheduler — platform fires when next_run_at is due and schedule is enabled
Routines are the recommended UX for “one task on a cron.” Use a workflow + Schedule Timer when the first step is only a trigger and later steps are separate tasks.
Next: Steps & activation