> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.noxus.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Plugins

> Extending Noxus capabilities with custom integrations and nodes

## What are Plugins?

Plugins extend Noxus with integrations and custom nodes. They connect third‑party services to your workspace and expose simple building blocks you can use inside flows and co‑workers.

<Info>
  Plugins turn external APIs into easy‑to‑use nodes, so you can focus on logic
  instead of integration details.
</Info>

## Core Capabilities

| Capability                 | Description                              | Features                                               |
| :------------------------- | :--------------------------------------- | :----------------------------------------------------- |
| **Service Integration**    | Connect with external platforms and APIs | Authentication, data exchange, real-time sync          |
| **Custom Nodes**           | Add specialized processing capabilities  | Data transformation, business logic, calculations      |
| **Extended Functionality** | Enhance platform capabilities            | New data types, specialized operations, industry tools |

## Using Plugins

Plugins surface as nodes, integrations, or triggers you can drop into flows and co‑workers. Connect the service (auth), add the node, configure inputs/outputs, and run.

<CardGroup cols={1}>
  <Card title="Nodes" icon="arrow-left-right" href="/platform/flows/nodes">
    Use plugin nodes inside flows and co‑workers to read, write, and act on
    third‑party data. Configure inputs/outputs, map credentials, and run.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Integrations" icon="blocks" href="/platform/flows/integrations">
    Connect with external services and platforms through specialized nodes that
    handle authentication, data exchange, and cross-platform workflows.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Triggers" icon="zap" href="/platform/flows/triggers">
    Start flows from external events (messages, file changes, webhooks).
    Configure the trigger, connect the service, and automate.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Next Steps

* Learn about [Models](/core/concepts/models)
* Explore the [Platform](/platform/overview)
* Check out the [SDK](/sdk/introduction)