FileIn Node

File In Node

A versatile node that reads and parses text files or input strings into lists. Can either read from a file or process input text, automatically parsing formatted string lists like "[item1, item2, item3]" into proper Python lists. If no input is provided, reads from the specified file.

Parameters

file_name (str)

Path to the target file. Defaults to "./input.txt"

file_text (str)

Contains the current file content.

refresh (button)

Forces reload of the file content.

Key Features

Smart File Handling

• Monitors file changes using MD5 hashing
• Automatically reloads when file content changes
• Provides error reporting for file access issues
• Supports force refresh via button

Input Processing

• Uses provided input instead of file content when available
• Parses text in format "[item1, item2, ...]" into list items
• Handles quoted strings, escapes, and empty items
• Falls back to single-item list for invalid formats