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# Start & End Nodes
#### Start Node
The **Start node** is the foundational block of any workflow in the XYB Console. It is automatically placed on the canvas when you create a new workflow and serves as the **entry point** for the workflow’s execution logic.
The **Start node** acts as the anchor of every workflow, it’s the point from which all logic begins and cannot be deleted. It doesn’t hold any configuration or logic itself but connects directly to a trigger node, such as an **Internal Event** or **Webhook**.
#### End Node
The **End node** is a **non-functional** marker that indicates the termination of a workflow path. While it does not influence the workflow’s behavior or execution, it plays an important role in improving **visual clarity**.
The **End node** marks where a branch or sequence of actions finishes, serving as a visual cue rather than a functional step. It doesn’t trigger actions or affect performance but helps teams quickly see where each process concludes. Use it in multi-branch or long workflows to make endpoints clear, improve readability, and prepare your workflow for easy review or documentation.
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