Start a browser site flow from an HTTP request
Turn an incoming request into a defined browser task and get a concise run report.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Execute Custom Function
A tool that allows executing custom puppeteer scripts via http requests. this endpoint enables users to run browser automation tasks without managing their own infrastructure.
Why this helps
A request to check a site can get lost when it requires opening a separate browser session and repeating steps.
- Trigger a browser task from an HTTP request.
- Run a custom Puppeteer function through Browserless.
- Keep the task instructions and result in one automation.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Browserless once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, or tell Notis the automation name and outcome in plain language.
- 3Describe the site flow and the result to report in one instruction.
- 4Pick a Notis webhook trigger and choose where run reports go.
- 5Test with one real HTTP request and a safe example page.
Questions about this workflow
Does the webhook trigger run on a schedule?
No. A Notis webhook starts the automation when an HTTP request arrives.
What should the browser function do?
Specify the target page, browser steps, and expected report in your prompt.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Canvas to Browserless. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Canvas triggers
Browserless actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
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Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Execute Custom Function
A tool that allows executing custom puppeteer scripts via http requests. this endpoint enables users to run browser automation tasks without managing their own infrastructure.
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When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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