Dynamic content & live data

How do I load a CSV file as live data?

Follow this workflow to load a CSV file as live data.

Before you start

Prepare the CSV and identify its delimiter and column headings.

Where to find it

Tools > Data Sources Manager > Projects > Manage, then Data Source > Manage.

Steps

Create/select the intended project.
Choose New and CSV.
Enter Name.
Use Browse to select the source file, or select URL mode when needed.
Configure the options offered for this type.
Choose Connect and review the discovered columns.
Select columns with Use, All, or None.
Set refresh/row movement and choose Save.

Check the result

Check the parsed columns in the preview before mapping them.

Helpful information

The CSV data source guide explains the controls and options for this task. Save edited settings where offered, and check the intended scene, input, or destination before using them during a show.

If something is wrong

If columns are combined or shifted, review parsing and header options.

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