ComfyUI Node: VHS_FILENAMES_STRING

VHS_FILENAMES_STRING:

The VHS_FILENAMES_STRING node is designed to process a list of filenames, specifically tailored for handling VHS filenames within the DragAnything category. This node extracts and returns a specific string from the provided list of filenames, making it useful for scenarios where you need to isolate and utilize a particular filename from a collection. The primary function of this node is to streamline the process of managing and manipulating VHS filenames, ensuring that you can easily access and use the required filename in your workflows.

VHS_FILENAMES_STRING Input Parameters:

filenames

The filenames parameter is a required input for the VHS_FILENAMES_STRING node. It expects a tuple containing a list of VHS filenames. This parameter is crucial as it provides the node with the necessary data to process and extract the desired filename string. The input should be formatted as a tuple with the first element being the list of filenames. There are no specific minimum or maximum values for this parameter, but it must be a valid tuple containing at least one list of filenames.

VHS_FILENAMES_STRING Output Parameters:

STRING

The output of the VHS_FILENAMES_STRING node is a single string, which is extracted from the provided list of filenames. This string represents the last element of the second item in the tuple of filenames. The output is crucial for further processing or usage in other nodes or workflows, as it isolates the specific filename needed for subsequent operations.

VHS_FILENAMES_STRING Usage Tips:

• Ensure that the filenames parameter is correctly formatted as a tuple containing a list of filenames to avoid input errors.
• Use this node when you need to isolate and work with a specific filename from a collection, simplifying the process of filename management in your workflows.

VHS_FILENAMES_STRING Common Errors and Solutions:

No file

• Explanation: This error occurs when the filenames parameter is empty or not properly formatted.
• Solution: Verify that the filenames parameter is a valid tuple containing a list of filenames and that it is not empty.

KeyError: "dir not found"

• Explanation: This error indicates that the specified directory name is not found in the allowed directories.
• Solution: Ensure that the directory name provided in the filenames parameter exists in the allowed directories list and is correctly spelled.

ValueError: "No file"

• Explanation: This error is raised when the filenames parameter contains an invalid or empty file entry.
• Solution: Check the filenames parameter to ensure it contains valid filenames and is not empty or improperly formatted.