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Import from Text / CSV

Importing / Exporting » Import from Text / CSV

You can import an existing text or CSV file into Comic Collector. The program has an import screen available with which you can import a limited set of fields: Full import via CLZ Cloud Limited import

Full import via CLZ Cloud

Importing / Exporting » Import from Text / CSV » Full import via CLZ Cloud

To perform a full import from a text or CSV file you can use the CLZ Cloud Import Tool. The steps consist of first importing all items into CLZ Cloud, and then syncing those items from CLZ Cloud to Comic Collector on your computer. 1. Importing your Text/CSV file to…

Export to Text / CSV

Importing / Exporting » Export to Text / CSV

Here’s how you can export your collection to a text or CSV file: Click: File > Export to > Text… In the Export to Text screen, you can select the Sort Order (or use the Main Screen setting). You can also select the fields you want to export. Name your file…

Limited import

Importing / Exporting » Import from Text / CSV » Limited import

Contents Preparing for import Importing Updating your data Preparing for import With Comic Collector you can import a .csv or text list. Comic Collector’s text import is limited to these fields: Series, Issue No., Issue Ext and Publisher. It is not…

Syncing with CLZ Cloud / Connect

Frequently Asked Questions » Syncing with CLZ Cloud / Connect

Merge databases Core, Cloud and Connect explained Which fields are synced? I do not see my own cover images after syncing.

Core, Cloud and Connect explained

Frequently Asked Questions » Syncing with CLZ Cloud / Connect » Core, Cloud and Connect explained

What is Core? Core is the central online database with our item data and cover images In other words, Core is the source of the automatic data and images you get when using the Add Automatically feature in any of our cataloging solutions. The desktop versions have…

Importing / Exporting

Importing / Exporting

Text/CSV import: Full import via Connect Limited import Export to Text/CSV/Excel: Export to Text / CSV Export to Excel Backup : Creating a Backup

Export to Excel

Importing / Exporting » Export to Excel

Step 1: In Comic Collector: Use the menu File > Export to > Text. Choose which fields you would like to export through the Fields button. Click ‘Browse’ to define a location for your export. Choose a filename for the export, and save as either .txt or…

User Defined Fields

Managing your Database » User Defined Fields

If you feel like you’re missing a field you really need for your collection, the Manage User Defined Fields screen comes in handy. Add User Defined Fields to your Comic’s Edit Screen You can add User Defined Fields to your own User Tab in the Edit…

Export to CLZ Comics: “Device not found”

Troubleshooting » Export to CLZ Comics: “Device not found”

If you can’t find your mobile device running CLZ Comics using the “File > Export to > CLZ Mobile” with WiFi, there’s a few possible causes you can check to making it work: Contents Make sure you have Bonjour installed CLZ Comics is not on…

Exporting with Wi-Fi / USB

CLZ Comics Mobile App » Exporting with Wi-Fi / USB

!We do not recommend using WiFi or USB export from Comic Collector, we recommend using CLZ Cloud syncing. You can sync your collection from your Windows / Mac computer to CLZ Comics for iPhone / iPad / Android via your home WiFi network, or by creating a file and…

Sync with CLZ Cloud

CLZ Comics Mobile App » Sync with CLZ Cloud

You can sync your collection from your Windows / Mac computer to CLZ Comics for iPhone / iPad / Android via CLZ Cloud. Instructions can be found in our CLZ Comics manual: I have an iPhone / iPad I have an Android mobile device

Connection problems

Troubleshooting » Connection problems

If you have any kind of connection problems (e.g. no results in the Add Automatically screen), your best bet is to take a look at your firewall and/or router. Possible issues Things you can try Still having connection issues Possible issues: Comic Collector…

Unlocking the software

Subscriptions and Updates » Unlocking the software

Here’s how to install and unlock your software: Installing the software (if you are already running the trial edition, you can skip these steps) Download the full installer from your account at my.clz.com. After downloading, run the installer to install the…

Can I use 1 license on more than one computer?

Frequently Asked Questions » License / Service Plan questions » Can I use 1 license on more than one computer?

You can not use your license on more than one computer. For use on multiple computers, use our web-app Comic Connect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Your database and images License / Service Plan questions Syncing with CLZ Cloud / Connect

macOS to Windows

Frequently Asked Questions » Your database and images » How do I transfer the program, my database and images to another computer? » macOS to Windows

If you’ve decided to move from macOS to Windows, you can bring your database with you to your new Windows computer by exporting it to XML, and importing the XML in Comic Collector on Windows. Follow the steps below to transfer your program, your database and…

Adding Comics Automatically

Adding » Adding Comics Automatically

Introduction The Add Comics Automatically screen is the fastest way to add comics to your database. It enables you to connect to our central database and download detailed information to your own collection. You can search by title or by barcode then add the comics…

Subscriptions

Subscriptions and Updates » Subscriptions

The Collector desktop software is subscription software. The subscription fee includes: all software updates 2nd line customer support access to the following CLZ online services: the CLZ Core online database (to get automatic details and cover images) the…

Adding your first comics

Getting Started » Adding your first comics

Contents Introduction Creating your database Adding Comics Automatically By Series Title By Barcode Introduction One of the main features of Comic Collector is that it automatically gives you full comic details and cover images for the comics in…

Linking your comics for CLZ Cloud

CLZ Cloud / Core » Linking your comics for CLZ Cloud

Linking your comics for syncing with CLZ Cloud Before uploading your comics to CLZ Cloud from the Windows or Mac software, you can “link your comics”. Comic Collector, CLZ Cloud and Linking Comic Collector is built around our central online database:…

Multiple collections

Managing your Database » Multiple collections

Comic Collector allows multiple sub-collections within one database file. The collections will appear as little tabs at the bottom (e.g. like in Excel), so that you can easily switch between them. Create and manage collections Go to menu File > Manage Collections to…

Download from CLZ Cloud is disabled: “Upload New Fields First”

Frequently Asked Questions » Your database and images » Download from CLZ Cloud is disabled: “Upload New Fields First”

To get rid of this message in Comic Collector, you need to upload to CLZ Cloud first: Open the CLZ Cloud sync screen in Comic Collector via menu “CLZ Cloud > Synchronize” Click “Upload to CLZ Cloud Uncheck all Removals, Additions and Updates (so…

Loan Manager

Managing your Database » Loan Manager

Introduction Comic Collector’s Loan Manager allows you to track comics that you’ve loaned, who you’ve loaned them to and when they are due to be returned. The Loan Manager can also warn you when a comic on loan is overdue. Contents Loaning a…

Sorting your collection

Browsing » Sorting your collection

With your collection stored digitally on your computer, sorting your list in various different ways can be done in a few clicks: Click a Column Header Sorting on Multiple Fields Sorting by Series Title Sorting by Person fields Sorting on Date Added Click a…

How do I re-download the software for which I own a license?

Frequently Asked Questions » License / Service Plan questions » How do I re-download the software for which I own a license?

If you’d like to re-download the software you own, you can do so via your CLZ account.. This page is your personal access to your licenses and download links, to activate the free CLZ Cloud, to activate Service Plans, etc. Please select below what you’d…

Re-assigning Index Numbers

Managing your Database » Maintenance » Re-assigning Index Numbers

How Index numbers work Comic Collector automatically assigns and increments index numbers. The Index value is assigned when you add an comic to the database. The next comic you add to your collection will have an index number that is incremented by 1. Each Index…

Pull List

Adding » Adding Comics Automatically » Pull List

The Pull List tab shows you all issues of your pull list series that either have been released in the last 7 days or are going to be released in the upcoming months. Add/Remove series to/from your Pull List You can Add/Remove series to/from your Pull List by right…

Choosing Columns

Browsing » Choosing Columns

Contents Adding or Removing a Column Change the order of the columns Create/change a Saved Column Preset Adding or Removing a Column: To add or remove a column, first access the Column Field Selection screen: Windows: Click on menu View > Columns > Select…

Add, Edit, Merge List Items

Managing your Database » Maintenance » Add, Edit, Merge List Items

With every comic you add to your collection, Comic Collector stores common information in Lists. These lists come in most handy when add, or edit new comics. All common information, such as Year, Genre, Format, Location, Owner, etc., is stored in Lists that you can…

Creating a Backup

Importing / Exporting » Creating a Backup

Automatic Database Backups Comic Collector automatically keeps multiple time-stamped backups of your database file The software keeps multiple time-stamped database backups, saved to your Backups folder as “[yourdatabasename].*.CMCP_[timestamp]…

Grouping into Folders

Browsing » Grouping into Folders

Introduction Folder grouping allow you to browse your comics grouped into folders. Almost any field in Comic Collector can be set as a folder group option. You can also create folder grouping within different folder grouping. Comic Collector comes with a variety of…

Managing your Wish List

Managing your Database » Managing your Wish List

Contents Introduction Collection Status Filters Adding to your Wish List Controlling your Wish List Introduction Comic Collector’s Wish List allows you to keep track of comics you desire, but don’t yet own. You can add comics directly to your wish…