Understand an Elasticsearch index schema on request
Ask for a schema when you need it, then get the index structure and field types in a concise report.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Get Index Schema
View the structure and field mappings of an index.
Why this helps
When the structure of an index is unclear, figuring out its fields can stall a query or handoff.
- Get field and mapping context when a real task needs it.
- Make it easier to plan a query without browsing the cluster manually.
- Keep the schema explanation alongside the webhook run report.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Ably and Elasticsearch once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, or tell Notis from any channel.
- 3In one instruction, ask Notis to retrieve and explain the mapping for the index named in the request.
- 4Pick the webhook trigger and choose where run reports should go.
- 5Test with one real request for an index that exists.
Questions about this workflow
What does the schema action return?
It retrieves the complete schema or mapping for a specific index, including structure and field types.
What if the requested index does not exist?
The run report can surface the result or error returned by Elasticsearch. Use a valid index name in the request.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Ably to Elasticsearch. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Ably triggers
Elasticsearch actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Get Index Schema
View the structure and field mappings of an index.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
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