Navigate to Link

The Navigate to Link node automatically moves your workflow to different web pages. Think of it as a virtual assistant that clicks links and visits websites for you, allowing you to collect data from multiple sources or continue processes across different sites.

This is essential for workflows that need to visit multiple pages - like comparing prices across different stores, gathering research from various sources, or automating multi-step processes that span several websites.

How it works

The node takes a web address and navigates your browser to that page, just like clicking a link. It can open pages in the current tab, a new tab, or a new window, and waits for the page to fully load before continuing your workflow.

graph LR
  Current[Current Page] --> Navigate{Navigate Node}
  Navigate --> New[New Page]
  Navigate --> Continue[Continue Workflow]
  style Navigate fill:#6d28d9,stroke:#fff,color:#fff

Setup guide

1. Enter the URL: Provide the web address you want to visit. This can be a fixed URL or come from a previous workflow step.
2. Choose Navigation Method: Decide whether to open in the current tab, new tab, or new window.
3. Set Wait Options: Choose whether to wait for the page to fully load before continuing.
4. Run the Workflow: The node navigates to the URL and your workflow continues on the new page.

Practical example: Multi-site price comparison

Let’s build a workflow that compares prices for the same product across different e-commerce sites.

What you configure:

• URL: The web address you want to go to (e.g., https://store.example.com).
• Method: Choose “Current Tab” to move there, or “New Tab” to keep your current page open.
• Wait: Decide if the workflow should pause until the new page is fully loaded.

What happens:

• The browser navigates to the new page.
• It reports when the page has loaded and how long it took.
• Your workflow continues running on the new page.

Common settings

Setting	Purpose	When to Use
Current Tab	Replaces the current page	Single-page workflows, linear processes
New Tab	Opens alongside current page	Comparing multiple pages, keeping reference open
New Window	Opens in separate window	Complex workflows, parallel processing

Perfect for automation

This node is essential for any workflow that needs to visit multiple websites. It handles all the navigation complexity so you can focus on extracting and processing data.

Troubleshooting

• Page won’t load: Check that the URL is correct and the website is accessible. Some sites may block automated browsing
• Workflow stops after navigation: Make sure “Wait for Load” is enabled so the workflow waits for the page to finish loading
• Getting blocked by websites: Try using “new-tab” method or add delays between navigation steps