Overview
This lesson is part of the n8n AI Automation - Zero to Hero course, Section: 3. Deep Dive Concepts.
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What Is the Merge Node in n8n?
The Merge node combines data from two or more separate branches of a workflow into one stream. It is how you bring back together results that were split earlier or fetched in parallel, so a single later node can work on the combined data.
How to Use the Merge Node in n8n
Connect two branches into the Merge node, then choose a mode. Append stacks all items from both inputs one after another. Combine joins them by matching field, by position, or by all possible combinations, which works like a SQL join on a shared key. Choose Branch passes through just one input. Use Combine "by matching fields" when you need to enrich one dataset with values from another using a common ID.
Key Takeaways
- Understanding the core concepts covered in this lesson
- Practical, hands-on experience you can apply immediately
- Tips from real-world n8n workflow implementations
Related Lessons
- Lesson 11: How Branching works in n8n Workflows | Smart Automations with Multiple Paths
- Lesson 13: How to Use Set Node in n8n | Edit Fields Node | Add, Edit, Clean Data
- Lesson 14: How to Use Aggregate Node in n8n | Combine & Summarize Data
- Lesson 15: How to Use Remove Duplicates Node in n8n | Clean Your Data Fast
- Lesson 16: How to connect Google Forms & Webhook Node in n8n | Google Forms Integration
Next Steps
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