Converting data from other formats

What we really need (to save time and effort of the database managers) is data in CSV format. The CSV file should contain all the basic fields of information (although some of the fields may be empty).

CSV stands for comma separated variable.

There is nothing magical about a CSV file, and it is very painless  indeed to convert a spreadsheet or database file into this format. A CSV file is actually a simple text file with the data in it, and the items of data are separated by a comma, and with a carriage return [Enter] at the end of each line.

1. Converting data from a word processor or web page file
2. Creating a CSV file using Microsoft Excel
3. Creating a CSV file using Microsoft Access

If you need help converting data files consider asking one of our data editors to assist you.

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