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| − | In order to export | + | In order to export Darwin Core datasets, you must be located at SelectTypeAdmin.aspx (reachable from the '''Admin''' link in the nav bar). Once there, clicking on ''Export dataset'' under ''Data import and export'' section will direct you to the SelectDatasetType.aspx page, providing you with two types of dataset: [[#Taxonomic Checklist|taxonomic checklist]] and [[#Occurrences|occurrences]]. Additionally, each one can be generated in two formats: [[#Darwin Core Archive (DwC-A)|Darwin Core Archive (DwC-A)]], and [[#Excel Spreadsheet|Excel spreadsheet]]. Clicking on any link will start the dataset generation process during which you will see the progress of each component. Once completed, a ''Download dataset'' button will appear in place of the ''Cancel'' button. Clicking on ''Download dataset'' will allow you to download a copy of the ZIP file. Depending on you browser settings, you will be prompted to confirm you want to download the file and then either you'll asked to provide a destination folder in your computer, or the download will just begin and the file will be stored in your ''Downloads'' folder. |
In the next sections, you can see detailed information about the [[#Formats|formats]] and [[#Dataset types|types]] of datasets. | In the next sections, you can see detailed information about the [[#Formats|formats]] and [[#Dataset types|types]] of datasets. | ||
==Formats== | ==Formats== | ||
| − | + | The dataset generator provides two formats, each of which is packed in a ZIP archive. The files you'll find inside the ZIP archive will depend on the format you selected. | |
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| + | If unsure about which format to pick, you may take a look at these examples: | ||
===Darwin Core Archive (DwC-A)=== | ===Darwin Core Archive (DwC-A)=== | ||
| − | + | This format stores each component of the dataset in separate comma-separated values (CSV) files. This format should be picked when the dataset will be processed DwC-A capable software or by custom-made programs due to its simplicity. | |
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===Excel Spreadsheet=== | ===Excel Spreadsheet=== | ||
| − | + | This format stores | |
==Dataset types== | ==Dataset types== | ||
Revision as of 11:19, 11 April 2013
In order to export Darwin Core datasets, you must be located at SelectTypeAdmin.aspx (reachable from the Admin link in the nav bar). Once there, clicking on Export dataset under Data import and export section will direct you to the SelectDatasetType.aspx page, providing you with two types of dataset: taxonomic checklist and occurrences. Additionally, each one can be generated in two formats: Darwin Core Archive (DwC-A), and Excel spreadsheet. Clicking on any link will start the dataset generation process during which you will see the progress of each component. Once completed, a Download dataset button will appear in place of the Cancel button. Clicking on Download dataset will allow you to download a copy of the ZIP file. Depending on you browser settings, you will be prompted to confirm you want to download the file and then either you'll asked to provide a destination folder in your computer, or the download will just begin and the file will be stored in your Downloads folder.
In the next sections, you can see detailed information about the formats and types of datasets.
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Formats
The dataset generator provides two formats, each of which is packed in a ZIP archive. The files you'll find inside the ZIP archive will depend on the format you selected.
If unsure about which format to pick, you may take a look at these examples:
Darwin Core Archive (DwC-A)
This format stores each component of the dataset in separate comma-separated values (CSV) files. This format should be picked when the dataset will be processed DwC-A capable software or by custom-made programs due to its simplicity.
Excel Spreadsheet
This format stores
Dataset types
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Taxonomic Checklist
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Occurrences
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