Dates in the data preview show timestamps e.g., 2025-01-05T00:00:00. How do I fix header/column alignment so dates display correctly?
Category: Troubleshooting
Short Answer: Open 'Configure file', set the correct 'Header row', and select the correct 'Date' column for example 'Document Date' so preview columns align and dates display properly.
Answer
PreRequisites
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File uploaded
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'Configure file' modal open
Steps
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Click the pencil icon on the uploaded file to open 'Configure file'.
Data preview and mapping fields are visible. -
Set 'Header row' to the row number where headers are located example: change to '5'.
Preview's header row aligns with column names. -
Under 'Date (optional)' select the column that holds dates e.g., 'Document Date'.
Date column is associated correctly and preview shows dates. -
If timestamps still appear, format the date in the source file to a standard date format and re-upload.
Preview displays clean date values.
Troubleshooting
- Dates remain in ISO timestamp format after changing header row.
LikelyCause: Source file uses non-standard or text-formatted dates.
Action: In the source spreadsheet, re-format the column as a date and save, then re-upload and re-check 'Date' mapping.