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Importing Files - Database, CSV, XLS & other |
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Term: Importing Files - Database, CSV, XLS & other
Importing files refers to process by which information stored within one computer program is imported into another programs.
When you import information from another program you will first have to determine the most appropriate format to use in order to export from the program when the data is currently stored. Common examples of file formats that can used for importing are: CSV (Comma Separated Values), XLS (Excel), ACCESS, ASCII Text, Word or RTF (Rich Text Format).
One of the more interesting projects we handled was to take a technical instruction manual written in Office Writer for DOS and convert the document into an HTML document with CSS Cascading Style Sheets.
The benefit we have brought to our customers from providing file exporting and importing services is that they have been able to leverage existing data and documents that were of a non proprietary nature and to convert them into versions that were useful to web visitors and could be readily indexed by search engines. We have used source documents to create technical tips, PDF files as well as databases.
The advantage of exporting and converting data, rather than retype or renter the same information is that it reduces the potential for errors to creep in and reduces the work need for proof reading.
For search engine optimization (SEO) keyword rich content is essential. However, most organizations do not have available staff to create new content - and are reluctant to hire new staff to complete this task.
Since we were established in 1980, and our President started programming in 1969 we are able to export data from most software and databases - even if they use a proprietary format.
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