Importing data

If you have the required permissions, you can activate the Importing data view by clicking the Import button or by dragging a file into the in Map View.

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The Datasource import view allows you to import a new datasource to the Datamesh by either:

  1. Uploading a file

    A new datasource will be registered and the file contents uploaded to Datamesh storage. Note that not all file formats are compatible, valid formats include:

    • GeoJSON

    • Zipped shapefile

    • NetCDF

    • CSV table

  2. Setting the URL to an existing data service endpoint.

    Enter the URL to a dataservice. The service must be exposed on the public internet without need for authetication.

Enter a concise human readable name for the datasource. A unique ID will be created automatically.