#06 Max: 28 Hidden n8n Tricks for Automation Wizards (Part 1) – Keyboard, Data & Organization Secrets

Ever wonder how n8n experts build complex AI automations in minutes that take others hours? 🤯 It's not magic, it's mastering hidden tricks! This is Part 1 of our playbook, unveiling 28 power-user secrets to 10x your n8n game.

We’ll talk about:

• Keyboard shortcuts that turn you into an n8n ninja (like Tab for instant nodes & '1' for full workflow view).
• Data manipulation magic, including the Schema Preview superpower and the "Pin Data & Edit" strategy to save API credits.
• Workflow organization that actually works: Smart Sticky Notes with Markdown & images, purposeful color-coding, and effective node naming (F2 for the win!).
• Advanced Data Wizardry: Using JMESPath for complex JSON, leveraging $.item.index in loops, and the "Split in Batches" node for smooth API handling.
• Why these "one-minute-to-learn" tricks can make your automation workflows incredibly fast, resilient, and professional.
• Plus, how to use Environment Variables ($env) for more flexible and secure automation designs.

Keywords: n8n, n8n tricks, automation workflow, AI automation, keyboard shortcuts, data manipulation, workflow organization, JMESPath, Schema Preview, Pin Data, Environment Variables, n8n tutorial, n8n power user

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