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EZOfficeInventory FAQS How Do I Import Assets From Excel With Leading Zeros In Their Asset Identification Number Ain

How do I import assets from Excel with leading zeros in their asset identification number (AIN)?

If you’re having trouble importing AINs with leading 0s, use the following technique:

  1. Convert Excel to CSV using File -> Save As -> Format: CSV.
  2. Highlight the column with AINs -> Right Click -> Format Cells -> Custom.
  3. In ‘Type’, enter the number of 0s you’d like to have for the AINs.
  4. Save, and import the CSV.

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