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Please see below documentation for more information on the CSV format and actions that can be performed by editing the CSV .
Import Function
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It is not recommended to import CSV files of more than 1,000 lines (i.e. 1,000 items). When importing files larger than this, it may be difficult for an Administrator to accurately verify the changes that the import tool states it will make. In addition, depending on the memory available to the DSpace site, large files may cause 'Out Of Memory' errors part way through the import process. |
Web Interface Import
Batch metadata imports (from CSV) can be performed from the Administrative menu:
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In the above example we threw in all the arguments. This would add the metadata and engage the workflow, notification, and templates to all be applied to the items that are being added.
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CSV Format
The csv files that this tool can import and export abide by the RFC4180 CSV format. This means that new lines, and embedded commas can be included by wrapping elements in double quotes. Double quotes can be included by using two double quotes. The code does all this for you, and any good csv editor such as Excel or OpenOffice will comply with this convention.
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