Import Definition

Abstract base class that defines import connectivity from external systems such as file systems, content management repositories, databases, mail servers, and more.

Remarks

The Import Definition provides the foundation for configuring how external content is brought into Grooper. It is typically used within an Import Behavior on a Content Type.

Configuration and Usage

• Add Import Definitions to an Import Behavior to enable import scenarios for a Content Type.
• Each definition specifies the source, mapping, and rules for importing documents or folders.

Notes

• Enables mapping of external content and metadata to Grooper Batch Folders and Content Types.
• Used as the base for specialized import definitions (e.g., CMIS, file system, mail).
• Import Definitions are managed by designers as part of a Content Model to automate and standardize content ingestion.

Derived Types

There are 1 implementations of Import Definition.

CMIS Import

Defines an import mapping between a CMIS Content Type and a Grooper Content Type.

Used By

Import Behavior