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Import and Export Glossary

Work with Flare glossaries using Excel spreadsheets for easier editing and collaboration.

Import a Glossary from Excel​

Convert an Excel spreadsheet into a Flare glossary file:

  1. Prepare an Excel file with two columns:
    • Column A: Term (the glossary term)
    • Column B: Definition (the term definition)
    • Optionally add a third column: Link (URL or topic link)
  2. Include a header row.
  3. Click Import a Glossary From Excel in the Glossary group.
  4. Select your Excel file.
  5. Choose the location to save the .flglo file.
  6. Click Execute.

Sample Excel Format​

TermDefinitionLink
APIApplication Programming Interfacehttps://example.com/api
SDKSoftware Development Kit

Export Glossary to Excel​

Convert a Flare glossary to Excel format:

  1. Click Export Glossary to Excel in the Glossary group.
  2. Select the .flglo file you want to export.
  3. Choose where to save the Excel file.
  4. Click Execute.
  5. The glossary is exported with Term, Definition, and Link columns.

Use Cases​

  • Maintain glossaries in Excel for easier editing
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts who prefer Excel
  • Bulk edit glossary terms
  • Import glossaries from other systems
  • Share glossaries with team members who don't use Flare