The canvas
Understand the nodes, panels, and controls you use to build a workflow.
Updated 2026-07-23
The canvas is where a workflow's steps live, shown as connected nodes you can add, move, and configure.
Node types
Every workflow is built from three kinds of node:
- Trigger — starts the workflow, either on a schedule or from a webhook. See Triggers.
- Agent — an AI step that does the work, such as drafting a summary or checking a system.
- Human review — pauses the workflow so a person can review, answer questions, or approve before it continues.
Select Edit, then Add Node to open the node selector, which groups your Custom Agents, Pre-built Agents, Human steps, and Triggers so you can search and drop one onto the canvas.
Working with nodes
Select the expand icon in a node's top corner to open it and edit its settings. If your workflow has Stages, each node carries a coloured stage badge — select it to move that step into a different stage. Use the toolbar in the corner to tidy things up: Auto layout, Fit to screen, Zoom in, and Zoom out.
The details panel
Select Details on the left to open the workflow's side panel, covering:
- Workflow Information — the name, description, and owner.
- Stages — see Stages and captured data.
- Capture Workflow Data — see Stages and captured data.
- Version History — a record of past changes to the workflow. This is coming soon.
Common questions
Why can't I add an agent to the canvas?
Add a trigger first — agent and human steps stay disabled on an empty canvas until there's something to start them.