flat file import example

[sanjay1]

Hi,

I've just started using Actinic and am trying to neter Attributes and Choices using a Flat File import. I cannot find whether this is possible in the documentation so I would be grateful if anyone can clarify this or can send me an example file.

thanks.

[I-CC]

Components and attributes can not be imported in a flat file database, you will need to use hierartical database files ( or however it is spelt lol)...

Examples of this type of file are on the Actinic CD if memory serves correctly within xls files...

:)

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[cdicken]

'Hierarchical' :). Flat files can only be used for Section and Product data. For choices, attributes and components you need a hierarchical import. The easiest way to see an example is to generate your own by going to 'File | Export'.

You will find a couple of examples already within your 'Site1' folder:

SampleHierarchicalCatalogImportFile.txt
- with products, attributes and choices

SampleHierarchicalBusinessImportFile.txt
- as above, but with brochure pages as well.