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[Resolved] Repeatable Group data not being exported/imported correctly

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Problem:

I need to export/import a CPT that has repeatable groups used

Solution:

It is possible with WordPress built-in Export/Import tools, for example:

https://toolset.com/forums/topic/repeatable-group-data-not-being-exported-imported-correctly/#post-2074279

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Last updated by markM-8 3 years, 8 months ago.

Assisted by: Luo Yang.

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Tell us what you are trying to do?
- I am rebuilding a clients website and I need to export/import a CPT that has repeatable groups used

Is there any documentation that you are following?
- I have been readign through the forum but have not found a definitive answer

Is there a similar example that we can see?
- I have attached some screenshots of the issue

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#2072999

Hello,

How do you import the data?
I suggest you follow our document to import the posts data with CVS plugin:
https://toolset.com/course-lesson/how-to-import-content-into-wordpress-using-csv/
In above document, the "WordPress Ultimate CSV Importer" supports repeatable field groups, see details in below document:
https://toolset.com/course-lesson/importing-repeatable-field-groups-when-using-the-csv-importer-plugin/

#2073681

Hello,

We were only using the Default WordPress Export/Import tools so that woudl explain it.
Woudl you recommend the WordPress Ultimate CSV Importer as the best option?

#2074279

Yes, it is possible with WordPress built-in Export/Import tools.

I have tried it in my localhost with a fresh WP installation + the latest version of Toolset plugins, it works fine too.

Here are detail steps:
1) Dashboard-> Tools-> Export:
Export both post types:
- Your custom post type "Music Lyric"
- The repeatable field group "Song Lyrics"

2) In the target website, with same Toolset Types plugin setting
Dashboard-> Tools-> Import:
Import both files of step 1)

3) Toolset > Export / Import > Associations. click button "Start Import"

Then test again.

#2074963

My issue is resolved now. Thank you!