Make sure the variables column that Ai will use for it's data set identifier are unique, otherwise it will say that it's an invalid file and just block the import.
Good helpful links:
Online web converter from Excel (copy/paste) to Ai XML
https://joaofaraco.com.br/converter/
Good tutorial:
http://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/quick-tip-data-driven-graphics-using-illustrators-variables-panel--vector-5604
Remember to choose Batch and run that on the Export action.
ReplyDeleteI also had to batch rename to add the right file extension.
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