Select the target collection
Pick the Payload collection that contains the destination fields; avoid assuming all collections share one schema.
PAYLOAD CMS / GUIDE
Import Payload Collections
Prepare a collection import without changing its schema.
CHAPTER 01 · OVERVIEW
Select the target collection
Prepare a collection import without changing its schema.
Pick the Payload collection that contains the destination fields; avoid assuming all collections share one schema.
CHAPTER 02 · WORKFLOW
One controlled path from source to sync.
Every step stays visible before anything changes in your CMS.
Upload CSV or Excel
Include meaningful column headers and a reliable identifier for any records you intend to update.
Map fields
Review destination field types, including required fields, nested data and references where supported.
Validate the batch
Inspect proposed creates and updates, resolve invalid values, then execute the approved batch.
CHAPTER 03 · CONTROL
See what will happen before anything changes.
Automation can help with the work. Approval stays with you.
Select the target collection
Pick the Payload collection that contains the destination fields; avoid assuming all collections share one schema.
Upload CSV or Excel
Include meaningful column headers and a reliable identifier for any records you intend to update.
Map fields
Review destination field types, including required fields, nested data and references where supported.
Validate the batch
Inspect proposed creates and updates, resolve invalid values, then execute the approved batch.
CHAPTER 04 · QUESTIONS
What teams usually need to know.
Select the target collection
Pick the Payload collection that contains the destination fields; avoid assuming all collections share one schema.
Upload CSV or Excel
Include meaningful column headers and a reliable identifier for any records you intend to update.
Map fields
Review destination field types, including required fields, nested data and references where supported.
Validate the batch
Inspect proposed creates and updates, resolve invalid values, then execute the approved batch.
SMART SYNC CMSReview first.
Review first.
Sync when you are ready.
Smart Sync keeps mapping, validation and review visible before changes reach your CMS.