# Latest

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## [Uninstall a node - installed and conflicting](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/uninstall-a-node-installed-and-conflicting/44514)

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**Author:** [@habakuk25](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/habakuk25)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [23 April 2021 00:38 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/uninstall-a-node-installed-and-conflicting/44514 "2021-04-23T00:38:50Z")

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Hello @knolleary! I do want to uninstall node-red-contrib-generic-ble-arcom. I do have the node "node-red-contrib-generic-ble-arcom" listed under palette but greyed out and ready to be activated. I probably in´stall…

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## [Stucked with "global" / "flow" object array](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/stucked-with-global-flow-object-array/44551)

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**Author:** [@H-AlessioMurta](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/H-AlessioMurta)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 22:26 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/stucked-with-global-flow-object-array/44551 "2021-04-22T22:26:54Z")

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Hello ! Thank you in advance for being patient. I'm not familiar with javascript and I've just started the node-red world. About my project: i'm developing a bot for telegram with the powerful Red-bot: GitHub - guidon…

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## [IP address change](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/ip-address-change/44418)

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**Author:** [@Jlu](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/Jlu)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 16:27 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/ip-address-change/44418 "2021-04-22T16:27:03Z")

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Good evening to everyone! I am using my raspberry Pi as a portable device with node-red. Networks that I am trying to connect to have different addresses, and by the experience I can tell that I am able to reach my devi…

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## [MSSQL query sum value display in ui\_text](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/mssql-query-sum-value-display-in-ui-text/44432)

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**Author:** [@sahsha](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/sahsha)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 17:57 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/mssql-query-sum-value-display-in-ui-text/44432 "2021-04-22T17:57:10Z")

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Need help to display only numeric value. I'm getting value with brackets/special characters \[{" ": value }\]. Can anyone please help. flow given below: \[{"id":"ff3a0683.417658","type":"MSSQL","z":"6741e784.e28a18",…

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## [Node to show the actual status](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/node-to-show-the-actual-status/44412)

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**Author:** [@melrose](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/melrose)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 17:51 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/node-to-show-the-actual-status/44412 "2021-04-22T17:51:15Z")

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hello im using a unconnected outnode to display me the value of the last message. in newer version of node red this is not working. Debug node is puting it in a window somewhere else, i want it directly in the editor. ho…

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## [Crediting authors after forking a module](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/crediting-authors-after-forking-a-module/44546)

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**Author:** [@hobbes1069](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/hobbes1069)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 17:32 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/crediting-authors-after-forking-a-module/44546 "2021-04-22T17:32:07Z")

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I have forked the node-red-node-pi-gpio module to port it to the Nvidia Jetson Nano. While I've made some extensive changes to the logic, it wouldn't have been possible if I had to start from scratch. What is the proper…

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## [Mysql dynamic query from key/value object](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/mysql-dynamic-query-from-key-value-object/44559)

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**Author:** [@danipenn](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/danipenn)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 17:14 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/mysql-dynamic-query-from-key-value-object/44559 "2021-04-22T17:14:00Z")

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Hi to all, i'm newbie on node red and JS and i'm writing to you for some help with node red and mysql query. it's 2 days i'm googling but i can't find solution. My problem is to built query string dynamically from many…

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## [Initial state dashboard](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/initial-state-dashboard/44554)

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**Author:** [@Kthun](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/Kthun)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 14:58 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/initial-state-dashboard/44554 "2021-04-22T14:58:04Z")

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Can I use Node red as an intermediary to transmit data from S7-1200(PLC) to the initial state dashboard?

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## [\[solved\] Deploying - function node change the status (even the condition ist not true)](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/solved-deploying-function-node-change-the-status-even-the-condition-ist-not-true/44534)

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**Author:** [@steinerma](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/steinerma)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 14:45 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/solved-deploying-function-node-change-the-status-even-the-condition-ist-not-true/44534 "2021-04-22T14:45:29Z")

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hi, every time I redeploy (full), this "function node" sends me a "true" for a short time, even if the condition is not true. How can I prevent this? \[{"id":"ec8d8697.cb8028","type":"function","z":"df764457.a3c8e8","nam…

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## [Cant send ESP32 data to Cloudant](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/cant-send-esp32-data-to-cloudant/44549)

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**Author:** [@BrianMcDonagh](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/BrianMcDonagh)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 14:20 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/cant-send-esp32-data-to-cloudant/44549 "2021-04-22T14:20:03Z")

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Hi, I am trying to connect an ESP32 to the IBM Watson IoT platform and then get the information that is published to be saved in Cloudant by using the Node Red Watson IoT node connected to a Cloudant node. I can get the…

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## [Simple chart export to html instead of chart node](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/simple-chart-export-to-html-instead-of-chart-node/44541)

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**Author:** [@nerevar](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/nerevar)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 12:55 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/simple-chart-export-to-html-instead-of-chart-node/44541 "2021-04-22T12:55:06Z")

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Hello all, I am working for a couple of months now on a platform for status reporting using RevolutionPi (raspberry based). I've set up node-red + mdashboard for charts. As I am new to JS and HTML, most of it came from…

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## [Use Wildcard for multiple state attributes in trigger-state node](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/use-wildcard-for-multiple-state-attributes-in-trigger-state-node/44540)

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**Author:** [@peetipablo](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/peetipablo)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 12:37 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/use-wildcard-for-multiple-state-attributes-in-trigger-state-node/44540 "2021-04-22T12:37:31Z")

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I have a flow that, between the hours of 6PM and 12AM, will check forecast precipitation conditions and alert me if any hour is within 'rainy' or 'snowy' conditions. I use this as a reminder to make sure our patio furni…

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## [Node-red-contrib-msg-queue - Only storing not forwarding w/ active connection](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/node-red-contrib-msg-queue-only-storing-not-forwarding-w-active-connection/44274)

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**Author:** [@jakonnode](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/jakonnode)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 12:15 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/node-red-contrib-msg-queue-only-storing-not-forwarding-w-active-connection/44274 "2021-04-22T12:15:39Z")

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I am using node-red-contrib-msg-queue (queue) node for 'store and forward' type of usecase to MQTT. Message gets stored (verified in the queue table in SQLite) but never flows out to the outbound node even though the MQ…

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## [Generate CSV files](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/generate-csv-files/44531)

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**Author:** [@TimTist](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/TimTist)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 10:47 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/generate-csv-files/44531 "2021-04-22T10:47:00Z")

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I run into a problem generating a CSV file, maybe someone can help me. The TTN Uplink Node gets the data, the Change Node generates the array and the Edit CSV Node generates a comma separated CSV file which is saved …

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## [Question: how to show/hide elements in editable lists depending on options](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/question-how-to-show-hide-elements-in-editable-lists-depending-on-options/44532)

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**Author:** [@Christian-Me](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/Christian-Me)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 10:36 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/question-how-to-show-hide-elements-in-editable-lists-depending-on-options/44532 "2021-04-22T10:36:57Z")

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Hi, I currently designing a new custom node. For user options I like to use the editable lists widget. All works fine. Now I like to present specific options depending on selections: all fine when I open the config p…

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## [Cant install sqlite node in node-red addon (Home Assistant)](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/cant-install-sqlite-node-in-node-red-addon-home-assistant/44525)

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**Author:** [@vks007](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/vks007)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 09:42 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/cant-install-sqlite-node-in-node-red-addon-home-assistant/44525 "2021-04-22T09:42:53Z")

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I am trying to install sqlite node in node-red and I am unable to do so. I get the following error log. I have reviewed some other posts speaking of the same issue but non of them seems to be on the node red add on which…

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## [Help with a water sensor flow](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/help-with-a-water-sensor-flow/44499)

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**Author:** [@leftymuller](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/leftymuller)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 09:31 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/help-with-a-water-sensor-flow/44499 "2021-04-22T09:31:03Z")

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Hi all, Could I ask for some advice on my current project flow.. Any help appreciated This flow gets pulses from a water flow sensor and sends a pulse every litre pumped into a tank from a bore and displays them. The …

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## [Can I access context from my html file?](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/can-i-access-context-from-my-html-file/44530)

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**Author:** [@Dian](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/Dian)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 09:09 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/can-i-access-context-from-my-html-file/44530 "2021-04-22T09:09:01Z")

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Hello, so here is some context (pun intended) : I'm using in my flow different read nodes, depending on the protocol used (s7, OPCUA, etc), connected to a plc, and I'm sending the payload {variableName1: data, variableNa…

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## [Custom Post req node with parameters](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/custom-post-req-node-with-parameters/44524)

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**Author:** [@jake123](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/jake123)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 08:31 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/custom-post-req-node-with-parameters/44524 "2021-04-22T08:31:20Z")

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Hello, Im creating a custom Http Post node that if given right parameters it gives back an certain value. Using postman everything works fine. This is probably not a thing for a node red forum but i didnt get any answer…

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## [\[solved\] Function node - no repeat signal](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/solved-function-node-no-repeat-signal/44522)

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**Author:** [@steinerma](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/steinerma)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 07:52 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/solved-function-node-no-repeat-signal/44522 "2021-04-22T07:52:50Z")

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Hi, from "link in", I get the result of a cyclic query (every 5 seconds). This result I convert from on/off to true/false. However, the output of the "function node" should only send the value at the output when the sta…

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## [Realtime Update](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/realtime-update/44487)

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**Author:** [@Kartiknodered](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/Kartiknodered)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 07:27 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/realtime-update/44487 "2021-04-22T07:27:38Z")

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How to Realtime update the dashboard when device is connected or disconnected. Actually i get notification when device is connected or disconnected and also data change in database but i have to refresh browser to see …

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## [Unable to connect to MySQL](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/unable-to-connect-to-mysql/44519)

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**Author:** [@Gabriel1](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/Gabriel1)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 06:01 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/unable-to-connect-to-mysql/44519 "2021-04-22T06:01:16Z")

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Hello. Im working on a flow to pull data from phpMyadmin but recently after trying to use electron node red to package my file into an exe, mysql node refuses to connect and keeps giving me this error. I have looked thro…

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## [Suggestions, please, for Alexa skill that triggers automation based on Yes/No response](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/suggestions-please-for-alexa-skill-that-triggers-automation-based-on-yes-no-response/14106)

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**Author:** [@OctavioMasomenos](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/OctavioMasomenos)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [22 April 2021 01:03 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/suggestions-please-for-alexa-skill-that-triggers-automation-based-on-yes-no-response/14106 "2021-04-22T01:03:19Z")

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Since it doesn’t exist, I’m going to try to write an Alexa skill that will ask a question, wait for a yes or no response, then take action accordingly. The thing is, I want it to be modular so it can be used in any numbe…

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## [Send a photo to Telegram](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/send-a-photo-to-telegram/5528)

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**Author:** [@talud08](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/talud08)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [21 April 2021 18:02 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/send-a-photo-to-telegram/5528 "2021-04-21T18:02:00Z")

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I need some help in order to send a photo taken with the pi camera to Telegram. I am using "node-red-contrib-telegrambot-home" and these are the flow and nodes: -- With this flow the picture is taken and store…

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## [Tips for putting node-red in a good light for a presentation](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/tips-for-putting-node-red-in-a-good-light-for-a-presentation/44470)

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**Author:** [@crydrk](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/crydrk)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [21 April 2021 17:32 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/tips-for-putting-node-red-in-a-good-light-for-a-presentation/44470 "2021-04-21T17:32:18Z")

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Hello, I've been using node-red casually for a couple years. I'm primarily a technical artist and don't go super deep on the tech side but make my way around. I mostly just send udp between Arduino, RPi and Unity and use…

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## [How can I avoid getting messages when there are no people in the pictures](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/how-can-i-avoid-getting-messages-when-there-are-no-people-in-the-pictures/44440)

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**Author:** [@tpbillund](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/tpbillund)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [21 April 2021 15:47 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/how-can-i-avoid-getting-messages-when-there-are-no-people-in-the-pictures/44440 "2021-04-21T15:47:54Z")

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Some time ago I set up a "MotionEye" where I run some "Motion Detection" on the video part. I then run a "Motion Notification" by two scripts. And then throw this information into my HA, where I have access to "Deepsta…

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## [Realtime data Fetch](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/realtime-data-fetch/44501)

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**Author:** [@Kartiknodered](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/Kartiknodered)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [21 April 2021 13:12 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/realtime-data-fetch/44501 "2021-04-21T13:12:02Z")

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How to fetch data from database on webpage without reloading the page?

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## [Dashboard with graph crashes](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/dashboard-with-graph-crashes/44462)

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**Author:** [@RogierQ](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/RogierQ)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [21 April 2021 11:09 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/dashboard-with-graph-crashes/44462 "2021-04-21T11:09:46Z")

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Hi! I created a dashboard with a graph that shows the temperature of my heatpump system. But after a hour or so my pi crashes. Its a pi 4 with 4gb. I thought that such a simple graph should be a piece of cake for a pi…

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## [Rate limit messages with Join](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/rate-limit-messages-with-join/44491)

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**Author:** [@lyred](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/lyred)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [21 April 2021 11:05 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/rate-limit-messages-with-join/44491 "2021-04-21T11:05:46Z")

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Good morning; as you can see in the photo, I have a modbus that reads the data every 5 seconds, and a timestamp to inject other data, At the end I have a "Join" to format this data in order to send them by SMS. The pro…

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## [Modbus Not Reconnecting](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/modbus-not-reconnecting/44374)

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**Author:** [@Fahad](https://discourse.nodered.org/u/Fahad)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [21 April 2021 08:32 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/modbus-not-reconnecting/44374 "2021-04-21T08:32:51Z")

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Hi, I am trying to monitor modbus register values with library "node-red-contrib-modbus". Although it works just fine but the issue is that, whenever there is a long disconnection time, let's say hours. My modbus nodes d…

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