Import - SharePoint List
Before you can make use of this feature, some configuration work needs to take place. If this function is not working as expected, please consult with your IT team to provide them with the following link:
https://knowledge.mavim.com/en/mavim-manager-sharepoint-import-and-export-configuration
A SharePoint list is imported as follows:
1. On the Modelling tab go to Import > SharePoint List...
The following window appears:
2. In this window you have to enter the URL of the SharePoint server from which you want to import the information.
3. You have the option of logging in to the server under your current Windows account, using a browser login to manually enter the login information in a pop-up screen or e.g. due to permissions, logging in with another account.
Note: When using the Use Browser option, you may see the login screen pop very briefly when working through the import but you will only need to log in once.
4. Click Next.
The following window appears:
5. From the dropdown list, select one of the available lists for import.
Note: You can only import custom lists from SharePoint.
6. Click Next.
The following window appears:
The left-hand box contains all of the fields of the list you want to import. By using the buttons in the middle, you can transfer the properties to the right-hand box. All fields in the right-hand box will be imported. These will be displayed as a field set for all of the imported topics. For more information about fields, see Fields.
· All properties will be transferred to the right-hand box.
· The selected properties will be transferred to the right-hand box. By using the CTRL or SHIFT keys, you can select multiple properties at once. You can also select more by clicking and dragging with the mouse.
· The selected properties will be removed from the right-hand box. By using the CTRL or SHIFT keys, you can select multiple properties at once. You can also select more by clicking and dragging with the mouse.
· `All properties will be removed from the right-hand box.
7. Select the Fields you want to import and click Next.
The following window appears:
8. Under Field used for subject name: you can enter the SharePoint property that will be used as the topic name. Under Field used for description you can select the SharePoint property that will be displayed in the description screen. In the box below the dropdown lists, you can change the names of the SharePoint properties. With the buttons on the right you can modify the order of the fields.
9. Click Next.
10. The following window appears:
Select the location in the tree below which you want to place the topics of the SharePoint list.
11. Click Import. The SharePoint list will now be imported. When the import has finished, you will receive the following notification: