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Step 3: Uploading a database file
If the selected document requires a database file to be uploaded the following screen will be shown:
Select a database file to upload
The list of variable data fields which occur in the document are shown. The database file to be
uploaded should contain at least these fields. The database file can be in Excel, DBF or CSV format.
The first row in the database file is solely intended for the column headings and must not contain any
information which is to be published. Uploading the database file may take some time depending on
the size of the database file and the speed of the internet connection
1 Click Browse to select the database file which is located on your computer.
2 Click Upload to upload the database file and proceed to the next step.
3 After the database file has been uploaded the data in the database can be matched to the fields
needed in the document. PrintShop Web automatically matches field names from the uploaded data
with names in the document:
Drag the databsae fields to the correct spot and check your file with the Preflight option
If the database fields do not correspond with the database fields from the database file, it is
possible to drag them to the correct spot.
The Live update option is checked by default; ensuring that the preview is immediately refreshed
if a different record is selected. This can be achieved by clicking the Previous or Next buttons. It is
also possible to directly enter the record number in the Record entry field.
Click the Preflight button to check the uploaded data for possible problems. A report is shown that
states the problematic records in the data if applicable.
4 Click the Next button to proceed to the next step.