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title: Limit
description: Documentation for the Limit node in n8n, a workflow automation platform. Includes guidance on usage, and links to examples.
contentType: [integration, reference]
priority: high
---

# Limit

Use the Limit node to remove items beyond a defined maximum number. You can choose whether n8n takes the items from the beginning or end of the input data.

## Node parameters

Configure this node using the following parameters.

### Max Items

Enter the maximum number of items that n8n should keep. If the input data contains more than this value, n8n removes the items.

### Keep

If the node has to remove items, select where it keeps the input items from:

* **First Items**: Keeps the **Max Items** number of items from the beginning of the input data.
* **Last Items**: Keeps the **Max Items** number of items from the end of the input data.

## Templates and examples

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## Related resources

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