"What does the Format Event Display component do?"

"It takes raw calendar event data and formats it into structured, easy-to-read summaries, letting you choose how the information is presented."

"Can I customize how events are shown?"

"Yes, you can select between table or bullet point formats and filter events by search term, time range, or set limits on attendees and result count."

"What calendars can I use with this component?"

"You can connect any supported calendar by specifying its Calendar ID. The component fetches events from the selected calendar for formatting."

"How does this help my workflow?"

"By organizing and presenting event information clearly, this component makes it easier to review and act on calendar data within your automated flows."

"Is it possible to filter events by date or keyword?"

"Absolutely! Use the time range and search term options to narrow down displayed events to exactly what you need."

Format Event Display

Format Event Display organizes event details from your calendar for easy viewing, offering various display options and filters for tailored summaries.

Published on Jun 9, 2025. Last modified on Jun 9, 2025 at 1:46 pm

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Component description

How the Format Event Display component works

The Format Event For Display component is designed to present calendar event details in a user-friendly, structured format. This makes it easier for users to quickly review and understand upcoming events, filter them according to various criteria, and display the results in a preferred format such as a table or bullet points.

Purpose and Usefulness

This component is useful in AI workflows where you need to fetch, filter, and clearly present calendar events. By allowing you to specify filters like time range, search terms, and attendee limits, you can ensure the output is relevant and concise. The formatted output can be embedded directly in user interfaces, reports, or notifications.

Inputs

The component offers a variety of inputs to tailor the event search and display:

Input Name	Type	Required	Description	Advanced	Default Value
calendar_id	Dynamic single select	Yes	The ID of the calendar to query.	Yes	{calendar_id}
max_attendees	Integer	No	Maximum number of attendees to consider for each event.	No	5
max_results	Integer	No	Maximum number of events to return.	No	5
output_format	Dropdown (“Table” or “Bullet Points”)	No	The format for displaying event details.	No	Table
search_term	String	No	Search query to filter events. Only a single query string at a time.	No	(empty)
time_min	String (Date/Time)	No	The start of the time range for listing events.	No	(empty)
time_max	String (Date/Time)	No	The end of the time range for listing events.	No	(empty)

Input Details

calendar_id: Select the calendar from which to fetch events. This is required and can be dynamically loaded from available calendars.
max_attendees: Limits the number of attendees displayed per event.
max_results: Restricts the total number of events shown in the output.
output_format: Choose how the event details are presented, either as a table for structured viewing or as bullet points for a concise summary.
search_term: Allows you to filter events by a keyword or phrase.
time_min/time_max: Define the time window for the events to be displayed, helping to focus on relevant dates.

Outputs

The main output of this component is:

Formated Event List (Message type):
A list of events formatted according to your specifications (table or bullet points), ready for display or further processing in your workflow.

Typical Use Cases

Dashboard Integration: Display upcoming meetings or deadlines in a web dashboard.
Automated Summaries: Generate daily or weekly event digests for email or chat notifications.
Filtered Event Views: Allow users to search and filter events from large or shared calendars.
User-friendly Presentation: Transform raw event data into readable summaries for reporting or review.

Summary

By using Format Event For Display, you can effortlessly turn calendar data into structured, readable content that fits your needs, saving time and improving clarity in your AI-powered processes.

Examples of flow templates using Format Event Display component

To help you get started quickly, we have prepared several example flow templates that demonstrate how to use the Format Event Display component effectively. These templates showcase different use cases and best practices, making it easier for you to understand and implement the component in your own projects.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Format Event Display component do?: It takes raw calendar event data and formats it into structured, easy-to-read summaries, letting you choose how the information is presented.
Can I customize how events are shown?: Yes, you can select between table or bullet point formats and filter events by search term, time range, or set limits on attendees and result count.
What calendars can I use with this component?: You can connect any supported calendar by specifying its Calendar ID. The component fetches events from the selected calendar for formatting.
How does this help my workflow?: By organizing and presenting event information clearly, this component makes it easier to review and act on calendar data within your automated flows.
Is it possible to filter events by date or keyword?: Absolutely! Use the time range and search term options to narrow down displayed events to exactly what you need.

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