When to use this
Use this when your survey export is ready for structured review.
Why it matters
An immutable source version makes later transformations and analyses reproducible.
Step-by-step instructions
1. Open Datasets and choose Upload dataset.
2. Select the owning project.
3. Give the dataset a recognisable name.
4. Choose a CSV, XLSX, or SAV file.
5. Submit the form and wait for validation and profiling.
6. Open Data Preview to inspect the read-only Dataset Explorer.
7. Use Data View for respondent rows and Variable View for profiled metadata.
8. Search, filter, sort, copy, resize columns, or expand the workspace without changing the immutable source.
9. Continue to Variable Intelligence when a column needs researcher review.
Expected outputs
A private dataset, an immutable version, variable profiles, an owner-scoped paginated Dataset Explorer, and quality metadata. Explorer sorting, filtering, labels, and display preferences do not edit source values.
How to interpret the results
Row and column counts should match your expected export. Variable classifications are suggestions until you review them.
Common mistakes
Do not upload password-protected files, executable content, or files that exceed configured limits. Never assume detected types are final.
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