Update device details without replacing the full record
Refresh selected device fields from incoming updates while retaining the rest of each Algolia record.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Partial Update Objects
Partially updates multiple records in an index.
Why this helps
Replacing an entire record for a small change can overwrite useful details that were not part of the device update.
- Change only the fields included in the intended update.
- Keep other stored record details in place.
- Reduce manual edits when device metadata changes.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Adafruit IO and Algolia once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, and name it.
- 3Tell Notis to partially update the matching Algolia device record using only the fields explicitly provided in the incoming update.
- 4Pick the webhook trigger and choose where run reports should go.
- 5Send one real update for a known record and review the changed fields.
Questions about this workflow
What must be present in the incoming update?
Provide the identifier for the existing Algolia record and the fields you want updated. The workflow should not infer missing values.
Does this replace the whole Algolia record?
No. This workflow uses the partial update action to change selected fields on existing records.
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