Administrators can upload both CSV and SKOS files in the Vocabularies administration interface.
The following considerations may help when wondering which format is best for a specific context:
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The SKOS standard is specifically designed for structuring vocabularies. However, a specific toolset is required to create and maintain SKOS files.
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The CSV format is not specifically designed for structuring vocabularies. However, it is possible to create and maintain CSV files with a wide range of tools such as Microsoft Excel, LibreOffice Calc, or a simple text editor.
- Vocabularies in the CSV format must be encoded in UTF-8. This encoding prevents issues with special characters, such as diacritics.
- Programs can change the encoding of CSV files when users open, edit, or export them. Users must check the encoding of CSV files at all stages.