This document provides users with the instructions for creating a line design from a CSV file. An expected format is used to record the data prior to importing the .csv file into Line Design. Follow the steps below to add a line of poles in O-Calc Pro Line Design from a .csv file.

Show Expected Format

Begin by opening any pole file (.pplx) you want to use as a template for the poles in the line design, add it to the Inventory.

1. From Line Design select File > New Line Design > Import > Show Expected Format.

2. The Expected Format information box appears. Click OK to close.

Sample CSV File

3. Using the expected format information, prepare your file in Excel and Save it as a CSV (Comma delimited) (*.csv) file. Here’s an example:

Create Line from Data

4. From Line Design select File > New Line Design > Import > Create Line From Data.

5. Select your saved CSV file, click Open. See the O-Calc Pro Working progress window.
6. Click Yes or No to Save the .pplx file that is currently open in the Inventory.
7. In the Create Line Design window enter a File name, click Save. O-Calc Pro is now working to create your line of poles from the CSV file.

Sample Line Design from CSV Date file

Note: Inspect that the line design outcome includes the pole information as you expected per your input.