The HTTP Request tool lets you call any external API or webhook as a step in your workflow — no third-party connection needed. You’ll add it between your trigger and your next action, configure the request (URL, method, headers, and authentication), test it, and then activate the workflow.
Step 1: Create a Workflow
Go to Zaplane > Workflows from your WordPress dashboard, then click Create Workflow to open the workflow editor.
Before adding an HTTP Request tool, you need to set up a trigger first. Here is how to do it quickly:
- Click Select an app under the Trigger box, then choose Apps.
- Search for and select your trigger app — in this example, we are using aBlocks Contact Form.
- Choose the Trigger Type that matches the event you want to watch for, then click Continue.
- On the Configure tab, set up any required options, then click Continue.
- On the Test tab, click Test Trigger to confirm it is working correctly, then click Save.
Once your trigger is saved, proceed to the next step to add the HTTP Request tool.
Step 2: Add the HTTP Request Tool
Click the + icon on your workflow canvas to open the Add Action panel, then select HTTP Request from the list of built-in tools.
Step 3: Select “Send HTTP Request”
On the Select tab, open the Action Type dropdown and choose Send HTTP Request, then click Continue.
Step 4: Configure the Request
On the Configure tab, enter the request URL and choose the Method (GET, POST, etc.). Add any Query Parameters or Headers you need, and set Authentication if the endpoint requires it. Click Continue when you’re done.
Step 5: Test and Save the Action
On the Test tab, click Test Action to send a sample request and confirm it works, then click Save.
Step 6: Update and Activate the Workflow
Click Update in the top-right corner to save your changes and keep the workflow Active.
Your Zaplane workflow now sends this HTTP request automatically as part of the flow, every time it runs.
Done!
The HTTP Request tool is now live in your workflow and will fire whenever this step is reached.