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CSV Reader Troubleshooting Guide (FAQ)

If you encounter errors while using the CSV Reader, first re-upload the core reader files to your server installation to rule out corrupted files. If the issue persists, refer to the solution steps below.

Common Issues & Solutions

1. "I can't load the CSV into the content area."

• Check Directory Permissions: Ensure your /upload/ directory has write permissions (0755 or 0775) enabled on the server.

• Sanitize Filenames: Remove special characters, accents, and unusual punctuation from the file name prior to upload. Follow standard web naming conventions (e.g., data-file-2026.csv).

2. "My file won't save."

• Adjust PHP Limits: Saving large files requires sufficient server execution time and memory. Increase the following directives in your php.ini file:

  Ini, TOML

  max_execution_time = 300
  post_max_size = 64M
  

3. "When I save and reload, my columns get mixed up."

• Assign Valid Column Headers: Missing column headers cause indexing issues. If a column name is left blank or uses purely numeric titles, the system may misinterpret the index and push that column to the end of the table.

• Solution: Assign alphanumeric names to all column headers (e.g., Header_1, ItemID).

4. "I am experiencing text encoding issues (garbled characters)."

• Use UTF-8 Encoding: Ensure your original CSV file is saved using UTF-8 encoding before uploading. The reader outputs data in the same encoding format it receives upon import.

5. "My file returns an error upon loading."

• Validate CSV Syntax: Check that your file strictly adheres to standard CSV structure:

  • Use commas to separate every column (including empty fields).

  • Enclose string values in double quotes ("example").

  • Numerical values do not require quotes.

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