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Import from Text / CSV

Importing / Exporting » Import from Text / CSV

You can import an existing text or CSV file into Game 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

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 Game 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 Game Collector you can import a .csv or text list. Game Collector’s text import is limited to these fields: Title, Platform and Barcode. It is not possible to import any…

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

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 Game 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 Game’s Edit Screen You can add User Defined Fields to your own User Tab in the Edit screen.…

Export to CLZ Games: “Device not found”

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

If you can’t find your mobile device running CLZ Games 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 Games is not on the…

Exporting with Wi-Fi / USB

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

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

I purchased the wrong software.

Frequently Asked Questions » License / Service Plan questions » I purchased the wrong software.

If you either: Purchased the wrong software Purchased a Service Plan, but for the wrong software Purchased a subscription to “Connect” while you wanted an “Service Plan” for the Desktop Software, We can likely trade your wrong purchase in…

How can I get a refund?

Frequently Asked Questions » License / Service Plan questions » How can I get a refund?

Step 1: Ask for help if you need it. If one of these cases applies to you: The software (or part of it) isn’t working. Something is bugging me in the software. I don’t understand how to do something in the software. I purchased the wrong…

Sync with CLZ Cloud

CLZ Games Mobile App » Sync with CLZ Cloud

You can sync your collection from your Windows / Mac computer to CLZ Games for iPhone / iPad / Android via CLZ Cloud. Instructions can be found in our CLZ Games 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: Game 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 Game Connect.

Multiple collections

Managing your Database » Multiple collections

Game 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…

Merge databases (before syncing)

Frequently Asked Questions » Syncing with CLZ Cloud / Connect » Merge databases (before syncing)

CLZ Cloud can only retain 1 single database per account. A database can contain multiple sub collections, so the solution is to merge your databases into 1 file, separated inside as multiple sub-collections. The steps to do this: Open database file 1. Click File…

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Adding Games from CLZ Core

Adding » Adding Games from CLZ Core

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

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…

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 Game Collector, you need to upload to CLZ Cloud first: Open the CLZ Cloud sync screen in Game 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 Game Collector’s Loan Manager allows you to track games 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 game on loan is overdue. Contents Loaning…

“Failed to open database. Your license key is already in use”.

Troubleshooting » Warnings and Error Messages » “Failed to open database. Your license key is already in use”.

The most common reason this message can appear is if you have copied your data from one computer to another recently. It can also happen if the program wasn’t closed correctly. Here’s what to do: Close down the program. Open the location of your…

Linking your games for CLZ Cloud

CLZ Cloud / Core » Linking your games for CLZ Cloud

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

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 Title Sorting by Person fields Sorting on Date Added Click a Column…

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

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

Grouping into Folders

Browsing » Grouping into Folders

Introduction Folder grouping allow you to browse your games grouped into folders. Almost any field in Game Collector can be set as a folder group option. Game Collector comes with a variety of pre-set folder group sets, but you can also create your own Saved Folder…

I do not see my images anymore.

Frequently Asked Questions » Your database and images » I do not see my images anymore.

Here’s how images work in our software: Images are not stored inside the database. The image files are stored separate from your database, in a folder on your computer (most likely in the Data/Images folder under the program’s folder in Documents). The…

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 Game Collector’s Wish List allows you to keep track of games you desire, but don’t yet own. You can add games directly to your wish…