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title: How do I use the API Connect node?
description: "Add an **API Connect** node and configure it in **Settings → API Management**: define the API (URL, method, headers, query params, body, response type JSON/XML/PLAIN). You can use variables in params and headers via the variable picker. Optionally set **Store output in variable** to a…"
url: "https://www.smsgatewaycenter.com/blog/kb/how-do-i-use-the-api-connect-node/"
updated: "2026-03-08"
category: WhatsApp Business API / Workflow Builder
---

# How do I use the API Connect node?

Add an **API Connect** node and configure it in **Settings → API Management**: define the API (URL, method, headers, query params, body, response type JSON/XML/PLAIN). You can use variables in params and headers via the variable picker. Optionally set **Store output in variable** to a Local or Global variable. The node has **Success** and **Failed** ports (no Continue). Use **Test API** in API Management to verify before saving. The workflow execution engine calls this API and branches on Success/Failed.

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