# Unable to use outputs from custom node **URL:** \ **Category:** Get Help\ **Tags:** Custom-Node\ **Created:** [April 30, 2025, 1:35pm UTC](https://forum.gumloop.com/t/unable-to-use-outputs-from-custom-node/2617 "2025-04-30T13:35:30Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![ZaidLyfe](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/53a042/32.png) [@ZaidLyfe](https://forum.gumloop.com/u/ZaidLyfe)\ **Post date:** [April 30, 2025, 1:35pm UTC](https://forum.gumloop.com/t/unable-to-use-outputs-from-custom-node/2617/1 "2025-04-30T13:35:30Z")
Hey! I have built a custom node which uses the Apollo API to search for people with specific job titles. There are 4 outputs for this node: first name, last name, job title and company. I would then like to take these outputs and input them into a google sheet. However, the node does not let me select any of the outputs from the custom node or drag and drop them into a G sheet writer. When hovered over, the cursor shows a circle with a line through it. It allowed me to do it just once then stopped… I would upload a SS but the cursor is hidden. I have done it in isolation, connected it to other nodes, but it remains the same. Any idea why this is? Workbook: [https://www.gumloop.com/pipeline?workbook\_id=4gGYysYEW3AQtbyqgPFU65&tab=3](https://www.gumloop.com/pipeline?workbook_id=4gGYysYEW3AQtbyqgPFU65&tab=3) ---
**Author:** ![Gumloop\_Bot](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.gumloop.com/gumloop_bot/32/504_2.png) [@Gumloop\_Bot](https://forum.gumloop.com/u/Gumloop_Bot)\ **Post date:** [April 30, 2025, 1:35pm UTC](https://forum.gumloop.com/t/unable-to-use-outputs-from-custom-node/2617/2 "2025-04-30T13:35:31Z")
Hey @ZaidLyfe! If you’re reporting an issue with a flow or an error in a run, please include the **run link** and make sure it’s **shareable** so we can take a look. 1. **Find your run link** on the history page. Format: `https://www.gumloop.com/pipeline?run_id={{your_run_id}}&workbook_id={{workbook_id}}` 2. **Make it shareable** by clicking **“Share”** → ‘Anyone with the link can view’ in the top-left corner of the flow screen. ![GIF guide](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/uploads/gumloop/original/1X/92c00c612fd65b861e706dd1b5eec5ec61677835.gif) 3. **Provide details** about the issue—more context helps us troubleshoot faster. You can find your run history here: [https://www.gumloop.com/history](https://www.gumloop.com/history) ---
**Author:** ![Wasay-Gumloop](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.gumloop.com/wasay-gumloop/32/69_2.png) [@Wasay-Gumloop](https://forum.gumloop.com/u/Wasay-Gumloop)\ **Post date:** [April 30, 2025, 6:52pm UTC](https://forum.gumloop.com/t/unable-to-use-outputs-from-custom-node/2617/3 "2025-04-30T18:52:28Z")
Hey @ZaidLyfe – Thank you for flagging. Just to confirm, you’re not seeing the side-menu from the screenshot below when you hover over the node? ![Screenshot 2025-04-30 at 11.52.38 PM](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/uploads/gumloop/original/1X/50493e39c41f61326b56634cf8c7404eb715c19e.png) Would you be able to share a screen recording? Also, can you try clearing your cookies and trying again? If that doesn’t work, please email me at [wasay@gumloop.com](mailto:wasay@gumloop.com) and we schedule some time to troubleshoot this live. ---
**Author:** ![ZaidLyfe](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/53a042/32.png) [@ZaidLyfe](https://forum.gumloop.com/u/ZaidLyfe)\ **Post date:** [April 30, 2025, 7:48pm UTC](https://forum.gumloop.com/t/unable-to-use-outputs-from-custom-node/2617/4 "2025-04-30T19:48:36Z")
Hey Wasay, I am seeing the side menu, however unable to drag/interact with any of the outputs. It won’t let me upload a screen recording here so I’ve emailed it to you instead. 🙂 Have also cleared cookies and re-logged in but still the same ---
**Author:** ![Wasay-Gumloop](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.gumloop.com/wasay-gumloop/32/69_2.png) [@Wasay-Gumloop](https://forum.gumloop.com/u/Wasay-Gumloop)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2025, 1:49am UTC](https://forum.gumloop.com/t/unable-to-use-outputs-from-custom-node/2617/5 "2025-05-01T01:49:39Z")
Appreciate the video @ZaidLyfe – The issue is happening because the output isn’t actually connected to anything, so there’s nothing to drag the output badge into. Once you connect the outputs to a node, you should be able to drag the badge from that connected node’s menu. Check it out [here](https://www.loom.com/share/99971649a608402f9b24c90de702948d?sid=7ab01300-502b-46ef-a33b-5f3f877f6686). ---
**Author:** ![ZaidLyfe](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/53a042/32.png) [@ZaidLyfe](https://forum.gumloop.com/u/ZaidLyfe)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2025, 8:15am UTC](https://forum.gumloop.com/t/unable-to-use-outputs-from-custom-node/2617/6 "2025-05-01T08:15:33Z")
Thanks for this Wasay - it seems to be working now. Previously, even though I had it connected to a G sheet writer node, it still wouldn’t let me select it. All good for now! ---
**Author:** ![system](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/uploads/gumloop/original/1X/d02ff8efcde6ac5d3ac8aa0376137d5f804da549.png) [@system](https://forum.gumloop.com/u/system)\ **Post date:** [May 6, 2025, 8:16am UTC](https://forum.gumloop.com/t/unable-to-use-outputs-from-custom-node/2617/7 "2025-05-06T08:16:20Z")
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