Script to Delete Records and Import Records

There’s var data = Utils.copyTextFromClipboard(); as well.

PapaParse was already used to parse csv files (see forum). So yeah, this is something that could be automated.

Great that you got it working! It seems to be easy to use Papa Parse!

One thing to note is the error message. console.log(errors.join(“\n”)); should be console.log(output.errors.join(“\n”));.

Nice thread and useful, too! Out of curiosity, I ran the script through the TF5 Assistant and got the following response. Any script-pros out there want to comment on the good and bad for the query I had for suggestions on making the above script (great work, btw) “better”?

Improving the script can be approached from several angles: code organization, error handling, efficiency, and flexibility. Here are some suggestions to enhance the script:

### 1. **Error Handling Improvements**:
– **Enhanced Error Logging**: Extend the error handling to log which line caused the error and possibly skip the faulty line rather than aborting the entire import.
`javascript
if (output.errors.length > 0) {
output.errors.forEach(error => {
console.log(Error at line ${error.row}: ${error.message});
});
return;
}
`
– **Field Existence Check**: Before setting field values, check if the field exists in the form to prevent runtime errors if the field is missing.
`javascript
if (form.getFieldWithId(panelid_id)) {
newRecord.setFieldValue(panelid_id, line[0]);
} else {
console.log(Field with ID ${panelid_id} does not exist.);
}
`

### 2. **Code Modularity**:
– **Modular Functions**: Break down the script into smaller, reusable functions to handle tasks like creating a new record, setting field values, and parsing different data types. This will make the script easier to maintain and extend.
`javascript
function setFieldValue(record, fieldId, value) {
if (form.getFieldWithId(fieldId)) {
record.setFieldValue(fieldId, value);
} else {
console.log(Field with ID ${fieldId} not found.);
}
}

function createNewRecord(data) {
let record = form.addNewRecord();
setFieldValue(record, panelid_id, data[0]);
setFieldValue(record, panelname_id, data[1]);
// Continue for other fields…
return record;
}
`
– **Parameterization**: Consider passing parameters to functions rather than relying on global variables. This makes the functions more reusable.

### 3. **Configuration and Flexibility**:
– **Configurable Field Mappings**: Instead of hardcoding the field IDs, store them in a configuration object. This allows for easier updates and the possibility of reusing the script with different forms.
`javascript
const fieldMappings = {
panelid: ‘fld-36efa15d8bd6410b8fe7f19d6e0b53bd’,
panelname: ‘fld-2b9958a1f5e145fe929993d960ca2bd2’,
// Add other mappings here…
};
`
– **Dynamic File Path**: Use a file picker dialog to select the CSV file dynamically, making the script more flexible and user-friendly.
`javascript
let filename = Utils.getFilePathFromDialog();
if (!filename) {
console.log(“No file selected.”);
return;
}
`

### 4. **Progress Indicator Enhancements**:
– **More Informative Progress**: Instead of just updating the progress indicator, display which record is currently being processed, especially useful for large imports.
`javascript
progress.show(Importing Data... (${index + 1}/${output.data.length}));
`

### 5. **Improving Efficiency**:
– **Batch Record Updates**: If Tap Forms supports it, consider updating records in batches rather than one at a time. This could improve performance, especially with large datasets.
– **Early Exit on Cancel**: The script currently checks progress.cancelled in the loop. Consider exiting the loop immediately if the operation is canceled to save processing time.

### 6. **User Feedback**:
– **User Confirmation Before Deletion**: Ask for user confirmation before deleting all records, to prevent accidental data loss.
`javascript
if (!Utils.confirmWithMessage(“Are you sure you want to delete all records?”, “Confirmation”)) {
return;
}
`
– **Detailed Completion Message**: Include the number of records processed in the completion message.
`javascript
Utils.alertWithMessage(“Import Successful”, The data delete & import has been completed successfully. ${output.data.length} records processed., “info”);
`

### 7. **Documentation and Comments**:
– **Add Comments**: Enhance the script with detailed comments explaining each section of the code, which will be helpful for anyone who needs to maintain or update the script in the future.
`javascript
// Parse date in dd/mm/yyyy format to JavaScript Date object
function parseDate(dateString) {
if (!dateString) {
return undefined;
}
let pieces = dateString.split(“/”);
return new Date(pieces[2], pieces[1] – 1, pieces[0]);
}
`

Implementing these improvements can make the script more robust, flexible, and easier to maintain, providing a better user experience while reducing the likelihood of errors.