LabCollector v5.3 #Tip1: Redesigned Import Data function — ready-to-use templates and automatic storage assignment

LabCollector has created, improved and changed many key features just for you in its version 5.3! Every week, we will discuss some of these changes and give you a few tips on how to become more comfortable using LabCollector v5.3.

The Redesigned Import Function

We have redesigned the Import Data function to make the process easier.

Instead of having to write out the names of the fields/columns you want to import there are ready-to-use files with all the field names available and you can just populate the ones you need (Name and Owner are mandatory).

Import Data function in v5.3 — Ready-to-use import templates — just populate the fields you need.

You can also choose to automatically assign storage to your newly imported records all in the same step by navigating to the Advanced Options.

Find out more here.

Import file template with all field names pre-populated.

Advanced Options:

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Read the KB Guide About LabCollector v5.3