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import links2 flatfile to existing links3 sql
I have an existing links3 sql install (with data) and would like to add several hundred links that are currently in a Links2 flatfile installation. I'm not sure if I can do this with the existing import function or if that only works for first time converting.

Is it safe to import additional links this way? Or do I need to do something different? I thought it wise to ask before I go mucking about heh.
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Hi,

The easiest way to get the data in, is with:

http://www.ultranerds.com/...ins/Data_Import_L52/

This will only import the title,description, hits, categories etc.

Cheers

Andy (mod)
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Well I'm sure your script is great and all but I have no money. That's why I am trying to figure out what Links can do natively since it does have an import feature, but its help file isn't very informative in this area.

Are you saying that it cannot import more data beyond the initial conversion import?
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Hi,

You can import via the Database > Import feature, and then select "Links 2".

However, I've got a feeling that overwrites you current data.

Cheers

Andy (mod)
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