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Downloading and importing grid data can be time consuming, and the data can take up much space in the database. If one is connected the archive (and will be the next time the data is to be used), it is also possible to only import a reference to the data by selecting 'Import grids as reference.' ' (available since 2023.01). The actual data will then only be imported when they are needed in a workflow or the grid display.
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This panel can be used to download and/or import data from existing events. Downloading and importing grid data can be time consuming. The option Since 2023.01 it is also possible to import grids as references can be used to only download and import the references to a grid file. The actual data will only be imported when the actual data is needed in a workflow or the grid displayreference only (see Section 'importing grids as reference' above).
Archive Database
A mongo database plugin can be added to the archives to store scalar data. This tab is only available if you added a <archiveDatabase> to your config. To search for or download data from the database, different filters can (or must be used). The list of areas available is loaded from the configuration.
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