How to Fix 'Invalid URL' Error in Make.com

Hi there, Make.com users! Today, we're going to tackle a common issue that some of you might have encountered - the 'Invalid URL in parameter ‘url’' error. This usually happens when you're trying to build a new URL from another one taken from a field in a Notion database. The end goal is to inject the newly built URL into another property of the same database item (URL sub-property of the “file” property).

The Problem

Despite the newly formed URL appearing to be valid in a browser, Make keeps throwing the 'Invalid URL in parameter ‘url’' error. Even attempts to bypass a potential issue from the output of the “text aggregator” by adding another module “compose a string” that only takes the output of the previous module and makes a new (identical) string out of it, doesn't seem to work.

The Solution

The solution to this problem is quite simple. You just need to add the prefix 'https://' to your URL. However, in some cases, you might need to only keep the “https://” without the “www.”

Troubleshooting Tips

If you're still experiencing an issue with Notion not properly using the update on the file property to display the actual image (located at the link) when using a gallery view, unfortunately, a complete solution to this issue hasn't been found yet. But don't worry, we're constantly working on finding solutions to all your problems and will update you as soon as we find one.

Conclusion

So, that's how you can fix the 'Invalid URL in parameter ‘url’' error. Remember, the key is to ensure that your URL has the correct prefix. If you're still having trouble, don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help!

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