What is meant by File import?

"File Import" refers to the process of transferring data or information from external files or sources into a software or system. This allows capturing information from different file formats or sources and using or processing it in a unified format within the software. File import can be done both automatically and manually, depending on the users' requirements and the complexity of the data to be imported.

Typical features of software in the area of "File Import" include:

Support for various file formats: The software allows importing data from different file formats such as Excel, CSV, XML, JSON, TXT, PDF, etc.
Mapping and assignment: The ability to map data fields in the imported file to corresponding fields or attributes in the software to ensure correct data transfer.
Validation: Checking the imported data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency to identify and correct errors or inconsistencies.
Automation: Automating the import process by scheduling regular import operations or using scripts or interfaces for integration with other systems.
Notifications and reports: Notifications about the import status as well as generating reports or logs about the import process and any errors or warnings.
Duplicate detection and avoidance: Identifying and handling duplicates during the import process to avoid data redundancy and improve data quality.
Flexibility and customization: The ability to customize and configure the import process according to specific requirements and data structures.
Undo capability: The ability to undo or repeat import operations if errors occur or changes are required.