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List and Detail batch import

Hi.

I need to create a list and detail set up with names, addresses and such like. I have been given an excel file which ideally I would like to import into the DB.

My limited knowledge is saying: Set the list and detail pages up with one example, then import the CSV file with PHPmyAdmin to the correct tables.

If anyone could give advice I would be grateful. Thanks!

Matthew Owen

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  • 5 years ago
Drew McLellan

Drew McLellan 2638 points
Perch Support

PHPmyAdmin is far too simplistic a tool to do this correctly. You'll have to script it if it's going to work properly.

Hi Drew,

but in principle it could work?

Drew McLellan

Drew McLellan 2638 points
Perch Support

Yes, in principal it is possible.

super. Just had to look up principle and principal ;-) Thanks Drew!

Drew McLellan

Drew McLellan 2638 points
Perch Support

Oops, yes, you're right. Principle! :)