Importing a database object
Many master database items can be imported from external files. If import is not possible, there will be no options available on the import menu.
To import an item:
- Right-click the group of the correct type.
- On the context menu, select Import | Item from <source>, where <source> is the file format for the imported
data.
There may be additional import options for some items.
- Browse for the correct file and choose Open.
InfoWorks WS Pro will import the item, and give it a name based on the source filename. If this name clashes with an existing database item of the same type, InfoWorks WS Pro adds successive '!' characters until a unique name is created. You have the option of changing this name after the import process.
