What is Quik8n?

Quik8n is a Chrome extension that brings AI-powered workflow generation directly to your n8n instance. Transform your automation ideas into functional workflows using natural language, images, screen sharing, and voice input.

Key Features

• • Generate complex n8n workflows from simple text descriptions
• • Multiple AI providers (OpenAI, Gemini, Groq, Anthropic Claude, OpenRouter)
• • Enhanced input methods: text, images, screen sharing, and speech
• • Real-time workflow explanation and analysis
• • Chat history saved locally for privacy
• • Complete privacy with local processing

Installation

1. 1. Install Quik8n from the Chrome Web Store
2. 2. Click the extension icon in your browser toolbar
3. 3. Navigate to Settings
4. 4. Select your preferred AI provider
5. 5. Enter your API key securely
6. 6. Save your configuration

First Steps

Navigate to your n8n instance in Chrome. The chat bubble should appear automatically. For self-hosted n8n instances, if the chat bubble doesn't appear, click the Quik8n extension icon and use the "Activate on Current Page" button.

AI Providers

Quik8n supports multiple AI providers:

• • OpenAI: GPT-5, GPT-4.1, GPT-4o, O3, O4 models
• • Google Gemini: Gemini 2.5 Pro, Flash, Flash Lite
• • Groq: High-speed inference with Llama models
• • Anthropic Claude: Sonnet 4, 4.5, 3.7 & Opus 4.1
• • OpenRouter: Unified access to multiple AI models

Enhanced Inputs

• • Text: Describe workflows in plain English
• • Images: Upload diagrams or screenshots
• • Screen Share: Analyze active workflows
• • Voice: Use speech commands for hands-free creation

Chat History

All conversations are saved locally in your browser. Access previous workflow generation sessions, review past AI suggestions, and continue conversations from where you left off. Complete privacy - history never leaves your device.

API Keys

Your API keys are stored securely in your browser's local storage and never transmitted to our servers. They can be updated or removed at any time.

Privacy

Quik8n operates with a privacy-first approach. No user data is stored on our servers. All processing happens locally in your browser. Your prompts are sent directly to your chosen LLM provider according to their respective privacy policies.

Does Quik8n store my data?

No, Quik8n doesn't store any user data on our servers. All processing happens locally in your browser. Your chat history is saved locally on your device. Your prompts are sent directly to your chosen LLM provider.

Do I need an API key?

Yes, you need to provide your own API key for your chosen AI provider. This ensures your data stays private and you have full control over usage and costs.

Does it work with self-hosted n8n?

Yes! Quik8n works with both cloud and self-hosted n8n instances. If the chat bubble doesn't appear automatically, use the "Activate on Current Page" button in the extension popup.

Extension not working

• • Check if you're on an n8n domain
• • For self-hosted: use "Activate on Current Page" button
• • Verify the extension is enabled in Chrome
• • Refresh the page and try again

Workflow not generating

• • Verify your API key is correctly configured
• • Check your internet connection
• • Try a different AI provider
• • Simplify your workflow description