The idea is:
Enhance the Sticky Notes feature in n8n by either expanding the predefined color palette or adding a custom color picker. Currently, Sticky Notes are limited to 7 colors, which is insufficient for complex workflows. I propose:
Adding more predefined colors, such as purple (#800080), teal (#008080), pink (#FFC0CB), brown (#A52A2A), and gray (#808080).
Integrating a custom color picker (e.g., using a library like Vue Color) to allow users to select any hex or RGB color for maximum flexibility.
My use case:
I’m using n8n in a self-hosted setup (version 1.107.0) to manage complex workflows. I rely on Sticky Notes to act as “group organizers,” visually categorizing nodes by priority, team, or function within large workflows. With only 7 colors available, I quickly run out of options, making it harder to maintain a clear and intuitive structure. More colors or a custom picker would allow better organization and readability, especially for workflows with many sections.
I think it would be beneficial to add this because:
The limited color palette restricts the ability to visually differentiate Sticky Notes in complex workflows, reducing their effectiveness as organizational tools. Expanding the palette or adding a color picker would:
Improve workflow readability and organization.
Support users with large or intricate workflows.
Align with branding or team-specific color-coding needs.
Enhance collaboration by making notes more visually distinct.
This feature would solve the problem of running out of colors and make Sticky Notes more versatile for both individual and team use.
Any resources to support this?
The n8n community has already expressed interest in this feature: Sticky Note colors [created] - #5 by Gabriele_Bracciali. Users have mentioned using Sticky Notes as group organizers and requested more colors or even a comment system for notes.
Are you willing to work on this?
As a self-hosted user, I’m cautious about modifying the codebase to avoid data loss (e.g., workflows and credentials). I’d prefer if the n8n team could implement this feature, but I’m happy to provide feedback, test beta versions, or clarify use cases to support development.
Hey @sergio_orozco I submitted a PR to add a custom color picker. feat(editor): Add custom color picker for sticky notes by LudwigGerdes · Pull Request #23699 · n8n-io/n8n · GitHub. Happy building!