Invoke Web Service Action

Invoke Web Service Action allows your workflow to interact with external web services and APIs. It supports various HTTP methods, authentication types, and can handle both request and response data.

Appearance

In Talos, Invoke Web Service Action appears as a rectangular node with a web/network icon. It displays the URL and the HTTP method being used.

Properties

Common properties

Display NameString

The user-friendly name shown in the flowchart.

Action IDString

The unique internal identifier for this action.

This property is Read only and it is not customizable

DisabledBoolean

If true, this action will be skipped.

URLString

The full endpoint URL of the web service (e.g., `https://api.example.com/v1/data`).

HTTP MethodEnum

The HTTP verb to use for the request. Enums: GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, PATCH, OPTIONS, HEAD.

HeadersObject

A JSON object containing key-value pairs to be sent as HTTP headers.

BodyString

The request payload (typically for POST, PUT, or PATCH requests).

Authentication NeededBoolean

If checked, enables authentication fields.

Authentication TypeEnum

The method used to authenticate. Enums: Basic Authentication, API Key, JWT.

Output VariableString

The variable where the [Web Response](../Scripting/Values%20&%20Properties/communication.md#web-responses-webserviceresponse) will be stored.