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Tag Wizards

On Solution → Import Tags, you can find a set of import tag wizards. The built-in Import Wizard tools installed with the product are:

Rockwell ControlLogix

The Rockwell ControlLogix import wizard automates the creation and mapping of tags based on the L5K file or the PLC memory, including data types, UDTs, and AOIs. Learn how to utilize this tool in the Rockwell ControlLogix section.

Solutions

The Solution Import Wizard is a valuable tool for consolidating components from different solutions. It allows for the seamless merging of tags, screens, scripts, and other settings. Discover how to use this feature effectively in the Importing from Solutions guide.

.NET Classes

The .NET Classes import wizard allows you to automatically create tag templates that match selected .NET classes. This feature is particularly useful when working with .NET objects in software platform. It simplifies the creation and mapping of tags, ensuring a consistent representation of your .NET classes in software platform. For more information on how to effectively use this wizard with .NET classes, refer to the [.NET Classes](link to the documentation) guide.

.CSV File

The CSV File import wizard simplifies the process of importing tags from a CSV file into your solution. It streamlines the import process, reducing the time and effort required to manually create tags. Whether you're working with a small set of tags or dealing with large CSV files, this wizard can handle it all efficiently. To learn more about how to use this wizard to import tags, check out the Importing from CSV File.

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OPC Server

The OPC Server import wizard streamlines the process of integrating an OPC Server with your solution. It creates Tag Names and Tag Templates, and maps the OPC Client addresses, ensuring a reliable connection and data exchange. Find out how to make the most of this tool in the Importing from OPC Servers.

PI System

When connecting with PI System Historian Servers, this wizard automatically creates a link with the tags, elements, and attributes from the PI AF servers.

When connecting with PI AF, the system automatically imports the definition of all templates and asset elements in the selected database. It also maps to communicate with the server.

Prediktor APIS Historian

Integrating time-series data from Prediktor Historian into your solution is simplified with the Prediktor Historian import wizard. It takes care of creating necessary tags and historical configurations, thus maintaining data integrity. Detailed instructions on this wizard can be found in the Prediktor Historian guide.

Siemens

The Siemens import wizard simplifies the process of integrating Siemens Address configurations into your solution. By automating the import process, it allows you to focus on more complex tasks, reducing the chance of manual errors and saving considerable time. Learn how to effectively utilize this wizard for your Siemens Address configurations in the [Siemens](link to the documentation) guide.

SNMP

The SNMP import wizard is designed to facilitate the creation of Tag Names and Tag Templates for devices compatible with the SNMP protocol. This wizard automates the mapping process, ensuring a reliable connection with SNMP devices and efficient data exchange. For a more comprehensive understanding of this tool, refer to the SNMP section.

SQL DataTable

The DataTable import wizard streamlines the creation of Tag Names and Tag Templates from DataTables on an external database, whether it's SQLServer, Oracle, or any other configured in the dataset module. This wizard simplifies the process of integrating database information into your solution, helping you manage data more efficiently. Get more insights into the functionalities of this tool in the [SQL DataTable](link to the documentation) guide.

TwinCAT

The TwinCAT import wizard allows for a smooth and efficient import of your Beckhoff TwinCAT configuration. It automates the process, ensuring the consistent and accurate import of PLC data, such as global variables and data types. This wizard is especially helpful in large solutions where manual import could be prone to errors and would be time-consuming. For a comprehensive understanding of how to use this tool, refer to the TwinCAT section.

UnityPro

With the UnityPro import wizard, importing your UnityPro configuration into your software platform solution becomes a straightforward task. This wizard takes care of the entire process, from reading the UnityPro export files to creating and mapping the corresponding tags in software platform. It also supports the import of data types and structured variables, ensuring the complete representation of your UnityPro configuration. Learn how to use this wizard effectively in the UnityPro guide.

WirelessHart

The WirelessHart import wizard is designed to facilitate the import of your Emerson WirelessHart configuration. It automates the process of creating tags and mapping them to the corresponding variables in your WirelessHart devices, ensuring a reliable connection and efficient data exchange. This wizard is critical in maintaining the consistent and accurate representation of your WirelessHart configuration within software platform. Discover how to utilize this tool in the WirelessHart guide.

Wonderware InTouch

Import Utility for Wonderware InTouch^TM. 

XML File

The XML File import wizard is a versatile tool designed to create Tag Names and Tag Templates in accordance with the data structure of an XML file. It eliminates manual entry, ensuring accuracy, and efficiency. Additionally, this wizard takes care of the Edit→Datasets→Files configuration, setting up the necessary parameters for FactoryStudio to read the file. A step-by-step guide on how to use this wizard to effectively manage your XML files can be found at [XML file](link to the documentation).

Tag Wizards

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