File formats

This page describes the file formats accepted and suitable for upload to WeSIS. Two templates - one for monadic and one for dyadic data - are stored in "Seafile > WeSIS > Data Templates" (each as a csv- and a xlsx-file).

General remarks

When preparing the file, the first row - and only the first row (!) - can be used for any kind of additional information (coder information, project notes, last updated etc.). The line must start with the character # (as if it was a comment in R).

Many coding rules have been agreed on and shall be followed. Please be aware of these rules and regularly check the site to see if further decisions have been added. These rules encompass - among others - country codes, date-time formats, technical variable names and other aspects that affect the data collection, ensure consistency and reduce error once applied.

Long format: Monadic

Explanation of mandatory columns.

Explanation of meta-data columns.

Explanation of optional columns.

Long format: Dyadic

Explanation of mandatory columns.

Explanation of meta-data columns.

Explanation of optional columns.