Import and export
Use the import and export functions to share information with other systems. This can be used if you have prepared your information using another system or program and you want to use this in the Web site; see
Import,
below. Conversely, you may want to use the information on the Web site in another system; see
Export,
below.
CSV files are used for import and export. A CSV file is a simple text file containing a list of individual values separated by a specific delimiter. Each object takes up one line in the file. Since exporting generates CSV files, you can use this to generate a template for import files. For more on CSV files, see also
Editing csv files with Microsoft Excel,
below. Use of an export file as a template for the import file ensures that you correctly spell field names or column names.
In the areas where import and export are possible, the function is displayed in the context menu. Click the Import and export link. The page that is displayed is used for both Import and Export.
Note:
Before importing a file with a large number of records, we recommend that you test the import process with a file of just one or a few records.