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      Data Manager (Beta) release in the Datarock platform

      Data Manager (Beta) in Datarock lets users manage images and metadata, including editing, rotating, cropping, and bulk updates via CSV. This guide covers key features, error handling, and tips for efficient use.

      What's New

      We're excited to introduce Data Manager in beta, a new feature in the Datarock platform that allows you to manage your images and metadata directly within the platform. This guide serves as your complete reference for getting started with Data Manager.

      If you want to participate in this beta release, please contact us at customersuccess@datarock.com.au.

      Why we created Data Manager

      You've told us that:

      • You need better tools to view and edit image metadata

      • You want the ability to rotate and crop images in the platform
      • You need clearer error reporting

      Data Manager addresses these needs, allowing you to handle image management tasks without leaving the platform.

      Getting started with Data Manager

      Where to Find It

      Data Manager appears as a new tab at the beginning of your processing workflow:

      1. Log in to your Datarock account
      2. Select your project or hole to begin
      3. Look for the Data Manager tab in the main navigation (before Image Preparation)

      Feature Guide

      Viewing Your Images and Metadata

      When you first open Data Manager, you'll see all your images with their associated metadata:

      What you can do in View Mode:

      • See all your images and their metadata in one place
      • Quickly identify which images are ready for analysis and which need attention
      • Identify missing and/or duplicate images
      • Select and delete unwanted images
      • Check image status:
        • Green check: Ready for analysis
        • Yellow triangle: Has warnings but can be used
        • Red circle: Has errors that need correction

      Editing Images and Metadata

      How to edit metadata:

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      1. Click the "Edit" button in the top navigation
      2. Click on any metadata field (Box #, Depth, etc.)
      3. Make your changes
      4. Click "Save" when finished

      How to rotate images:

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      1. In Edit mode, select one or more images
      2. Use the rotation buttons in the toolbar
      3. Click "Save" to apply your changes

      How to crop images:

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      1. In Edit mode, click on an image to open it larger
      2. Use the selection tool to choose your crop area
      3. Click "Apply Crop"
      4. Click "Save" to confirm your changes

      If you make a mistake:

      • For an unsaved crop, click "Reset" in the image window
      • For any unsaved changes, click "Cancel" instead of "Save"

      Working with Bulk Updates via CSV

      For making many changes at once;

      Exporting your data:

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      1. Navigate to your project or hole
      2. Click "Export CSV"
      3. Check your email for a message with your downloadable data

      Making changes:

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      1. Open the CSV file in Excel or your preferred spreadsheet program
      2. Edit the metadata as needed
      3. Save the file (keep it as a CSV)

      Importing your changes:

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      1. Return to Data Manager
      2. Click "Import CSV"
      3. Upload your edited file
      4. Review any messages about your import

      Tips for Success

      • Start small: Begin with a single hole to get comfortable with the tools
      • Check status indicators: Address red errors before proceeding to analysis
      • Save your work: click "Save" after making changes
      • Use CSV for bulk changes: When updating many images, CSV import/export will save you time

      Beta Limitations

      As this is a beta release, you might notice:

      • Performance may slow with very large sets of images (1000+)
      • Some complex filenames may not be perfectly interpreted
      • Other unforeseen user experience issues 

      We Want Your Feedback

      Your experience helps us improve! Please let us know:

      • What's working well
      • What could be better
      • Any issues you encounter
      • Features you'd like to see added

      Send your feedback via the contact support form and selecting "feedback" under categories. 

      Need Help?

      If you have questions or run into problems: