Learn about file format for export and restore

The Import/Export XML format is described in a schema file located in the PIPC\AF installation directory, OSIsoft.AF.xsd.

Many of the AF Objects support an operation attribute in the XML that allows for deletion. Similarly, you can execute the Auto Point Config option selectively on elements using this same technique.

Example

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<AFElement operation="delete"> <Name>ElementToDelete</Name> </AFElement>
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Elements and Attributes can be imported using a flat list, in which the relative path of the element or attribute is included in the name field. Example:

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<AFElement> <Name>RootElement</Name> ... </AFElement>
<AFElement> <Name>RootElement\ChildElement1<\Name> ... </AFElement>
<AFElement> <Name>RootElement\ChildElement2<\Name> ... </AFElement>
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