CSV to Qlik Converter

About the CSV to Qlik Converter

Quickly convert CSV to Qlik Sense load script format without opening Qlik or writing code by hand. This tool transforms spreadsheet-style CSV data into a clean LOAD ... INLINE script that you can paste directly into the Qlik Sense Data Load Editor or QlikView script editor. It ensures every column is wrapped in the proper [Field] syntax, quotes inline data correctly, and keeps your load script readable.

Why Generate Qlik Sense Load Scripts from CSV?

Building Qlik scripts manually can be error-prone, especially when field names contain spaces or special characters. Converting CSV to a Qlik load script lets you:

• Prototype dashboards quickly using sample CSV exports.
• Share inline data snippets with teammates without sending full CSV files.
• Document KPI definitions by embedding inline data inside apps.
• Validate data modeling logic before connecting to production sources.

Key Features

• Header Awareness: Reads the first row as field names and ensures duplicate names become unique (Field, Field_2, etc.).
• Field Escaping: Wraps column names with square brackets and escapes closing brackets as required by Qlik syntax.
• Inline Data Block: Generates a full INLINE [ ... ] section including the header row and every record.
• Delimiter Selection: Supports comma, semicolon, tab, and pipe-delimited CSV files.
• Quote Handling: Preserves quoted strings, embedded commas, line breaks, and double quotes.
• Instant Output: The Qlik script updates in real time as you edit or upload CSV data.
• Copy / Download: Copy to clipboard for quick use or download as .qvs to include in repositories.

How to Convert CSV to Qlik Script

1. Paste or Upload CSV: Drop a CSV file or paste raw text into the input panel.
2. Adjust Options: Toggle “First row is header” and choose the delimiter that matches your CSV export.
3. Review the Script: The app builds a LOAD ... INLINE statement with properly bracketed fields and escaped values.
4. Copy or Download: Click Copy to place the script on your clipboard or download it as output.qvs.
5. Paste into Qlik Sense: Open the Data Load Editor, paste the generated script, and reload the app.

Qlik Script Formatting Details

• Table Name: Defaults to CSVData: but you can rename it inside Qlik after pasting.
• Field List: Each field appears on its own line for readability.
• INLINE Data: Includes the header row followed by all data rows, matching Qlik’s inline syntax.
• Delimiter Declaration: Ends the block with (delimiter is ',') for clarity.

Common Use Cases

• Qlik Sense Prototyping: Load small CSV samples while waiting for enterprise data connections.
• Demo Apps: Bundle inline data so colleagues can open the app without external files.
• Support & Troubleshooting: Reproduce customer issues by embedding the provided CSV data directly in a script.
• Documentation: Showcase exact load logic inside runbooks or wikis with inline snippets.

Best Practices

• Keep inline datasets relatively small so reloads stay fast.
• Use descriptive headers; they double as field names inside the data model.
• Remove blank lines or trailing commas in the CSV before converting.
• Rename CSVData to a business-friendly table name once you paste the script into Qlik.

Privacy & Security

All CSV to Qlik Sense conversions happen entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. Your CSV content and generated load scripts never leave your device, so you can safely work with confidential data extracts.

Start Converting CSV to Qlik Scripts

Paste your CSV, configure delimiter and header settings, and instantly generate a clean Qlik load script. It’s the fastest way to turn CSV exports into Qlik Sense data without installing anything or signing up.

FAQ: CSV to Qlik Converter

How do I paste the script into Qlik Sense?

Open your Qlik Sense app, go to the Data load editor, choose or create a script section, and paste the generated script. Then click Load data to execute it. The inline data will be loaded into the app as the CSVData table (or whatever name you choose to edit it to).

Can I change the table name from CSVData?

Yes. After pasting the script, you can rename the table label at the top. For example, change:

CSVData:
LOAD
    [Field1],
    [Field2]
INLINE [
...
];

to:

SalesData:
LOAD
    [Field1],
    [Field2]
INLINE [
...
];

This will create a table named SalesData in your Qlik data model.

What if my CSV uses a different delimiter?

Make sure the delimiter you select in the tool matches the one used in your CSV. The generated script always uses a comma inside the INLINE [...] block, but Qlik respects the (delimiter is ',') clause at the end. If your CSV uses semicolons or pipes, the tool will normalize it before generating inline data.

Can I add transformations to the generated script?

Yes. After pasting the INLINE block, you can extend the script with additional LOAD or RESIDENT statements, calculated fields, or mappings—exactly as you would with any other Qlik script. The converter focuses on producing a clean starting point that you can customize further.