Note: To export data to a CSV file, you must be logged-in to a Pro account. To learn how to upgrade, visit this link: How to upgrade to a Pro account
Description and example of a CSV file
CSV stands for Comma Separated Values, a text file format for storing tabular data (rows and columns).
If you view the contents of the CSV file in text editor software, the values are separated by commas.
Note: After you export the map/attribute data to a CSV file, you can then import the data to external spreadsheet software. For example: MS Excel, or Google Sheets.
An example use for a CSV file is:
You can use MS Excel to view the listed attribute data describing the overlays (markers, etc.) on a map.
You can use MS Excel to view the listed attribute data describing the overlays (markers, etc.) on a map.
Export the CSV file
Notes:
If you need sample attribute data, visit this link: How to manually add an attribute to an overlayIf you're exporting from a map containing filters, the downloaded CSV file will only contain the overlays displayed at the time of the last save.The hidden overlays and actual filters are not exported.
- In the top toolbar, click the "MENU" button.
- Under the "Export" heading, click: "Save List CSV".
- (Optional) If the map has unsaved changes, you will see a pop-up displaying this message: "You have unsaved data that will not be in the CSV File". Click:
- "Save Now" to save the changes.
(Optional) To learn how to save maps, visit this link:
Save a mapOR - "Continue" to not save the changes.
The prompt window will close.
- "Save Now" to save the changes.
- You will see the downloaded file in your browser. The file's default location will usually be your computer’s "Downloads" folder. The file’s:
- Type will be: "Microsoft Excel Comma Separated Values File".
- Name will end with: ".csv".
- (Optional) You can quickly view the CSV data if you open the file by using text editor software. For example:
- Notepad on Windows systems.
- TextEdit on Mac systems.
See also
Export map data to a KML file - "Menu > Save KML"
Export map data to a GPX file - "Menu > Save GPX"
Export map data to a SHP file - "Menu > Save SHP"
Export map data to a DXF file - "Menu > Save DXF"
Export map data to a GeoJSON file - "Menu > Save GeoJSON"
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