Issue
How to update or add multiple aliases to entities in bulk.
Environment
- Import/Export
- Update Entities in Bulk
Resolution
Yes, it is possible to bulk import import additional aliases from a spreadsheet. Here’s how you can do it:
1. Prepare Your Spreadsheet:
- Create a spreadsheet with a list of your entities.
- Include a column for each alias. You can add as many aliases as you want, as long as they are each in their own column.
2. Upload the Spreadsheet:
- From the Registry, click on the + sign and select Update Entities.
- Select the option to import from a spreadsheet.
3. Map Columns:
- During the import process, map the columns in your spreadsheet to the corresponding fields in Benchling.
- Select the alias column(s) as “Additional Alias”.
4. Complete the Import:
- Finish the import process following the on-screen instructions.