Import Files

Import files define which objects will be inserted, updated, and/or deleted from the database. Each object to be inserted, updated, or deleted is completely written to the database in a single transaction, so that the database won't be corrupted by object fragments if the operation fails. The standard import file extension is .dat. Before a large import, we recommend backing up your database.

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Example Import File

Import Objects

Common Import Object Definition Elements

Complete List of Import Object Definition Elements

Additional Import File Notes

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Import Files