Hey community, I don't post much but Have noticed that all this automation stuff gets expensive. Too many monthly subscriptions! OMG. I'm sick of it. Someone please tell me about value they are creating in busines or marketing with no - Very Low Cost. Anyone? Thank you!
Hi @Michael Clingerman 1. Analyze Your Processes - Identify Inefficient Workflows:Check which automations consume the most operations (steps).If there are complex processes that are not critical, consider simplifying or eliminating them. - Review Redundant Actions:Sometimes, actions can be merged or removed if they don't add significant value. - Smart Use of Triggers - Prefer Webhooks Over Polling:Webhooks trigger processes only when a request is received, unlike polling-based triggers that check data at regular intervals. This saves many operations.For example, use a webhook to start a process when a form is submitted instead of running periodic checks every few minutes. - Use JSON and Calculated Functions - Instead of performing multiple computational actions across separate steps, use built-in calculation functions within a single step to handle logic and processing. - Reduce Data Volume - Smart Filters:Set up precise filters in the early steps of your process to ensure only important data enters the automation. - Pre-Clean Your Data:If possible, filter and clean data outside of Make.com to reduce the number of processing steps required within the platform. - *** Most Important*** - There are additional ways to optimize. You can always consult GPT for more tailored advice. - Use the following prompt for help:"Give me a solution to minimize costs in Make.com."
Hey, I wanted to ask if it's necessary to create a highly polished version of a proposal for a client. Can we simply share the proposal as a document, or should we design it using tools like Canva or Gamma for better presentation?
Hi @Vishnu Gupta It depends on the target audience and the type of proposal: A professional client or formal field (such as law, finance, or technical services):A clear, well-organized document with precise content is usually sufficient. In this case, it's important to focus on the quality of the text and formatting, but advanced graphic design is not necessarily required. Creative or business-oriented fields (such as design, marketing, or consulting):An engaging visual presentation can make a significant impression. In such cases, using tools like Canva or Gamma to create a professional and impressive proposal can convey added value, creativity, and attention to detail. Time investment versus outcome:If it’s a major and important proposal or for a significant potential client, it’s worth investing in professional design. For a smaller or initial proposal, a well-organized document is likely sufficient.
Hi @Jenish Pandya You can use the following tools:Puppeteer (JavaScript) or PlaywrightPuppeteer and Playwright are tools that allow you to run a browser without a graphical interface (headless browser) and perform actions like a real user. This makes it possible to scrape content from dynamic websites like AliExpress. How to scrape images: 1. Load the product page URL using Puppeteer/Playwright. 2. Locate the element in the DOM (Document Object Model) that contains the images. 3. Extract the image URL and save it. Please pay attention to the following: 1. Legality: Scraping content from websites is subject to the site's terms of service. It’s important to ensure that you are not violating AliExpress’s terms. 2. Overcoming Anti-Scraping Mechanisms: AliExpress uses anti-scraping measures, so you may need to use a proxy or other services to bypass blocks. 3. Perform Automation Carefully: Avoid sending too many requests at once to prevent being blocked.
Hi All, and a Happy New Year to you! I need help with this. Is there a prompt or agent that will format my raw document into a final book ready for the printer, if I upload a pdf bok of the type of formatting structure I need? All advice welcome. Many thanks. Ayub.
Hi Ayub Shaikh Use the following prompt in GPT: Prompt: "I have a raw text document, and I want to format it so that it matches the structure of a book similar to the attached PDF. Please follow these instructions: - Chapter Structure: Ensure the document is divided into chapters with clear titles and chapter numbers, as shown in the example PDF. - Font Size and Style: Use a standard readable font (e.g., Times New Roman or Arial) at size 12 for regular text and size 16 for chapter titles. - Spacing: Maintain single-line spacing between paragraphs and leave three blank lines between chapters. - Pagination: Add page numbers at the bottom center of each page. - Subheading Formatting: Use bold font at a smaller size (font size 14) for subheadings. - Lists: Convert any lists in the document into either bullet points or numbered lists as appropriate. - Blank Pages: Add a blank page between chapters if this is shown in the attached PDF. Please do this while maintaining the structure and order of the content from the attached PDF." Additionally, you can use tools like Adobe InDesign or Affinity Publisher, which are ideal for professional book formatting and layout.