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Indexing a csv file via the forwarder

ddrillic
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When we index a csv file via the forwarder we see the following -

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Why don't we see separate events?

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tiagofbmm
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When specifying the sourcetype of the csv you are indexing, put cab because that one will automatically take care of that type of file.

If you want to specify more things than the ones in the cab sourcetype, I would suggest you to copy the csv sourcetype and modify it the way you want.

Let me know if the csv itself solved it

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tiagofbmm
Influencer

When specifying the sourcetype of the csv you are indexing, put cab because that one will automatically take care of that type of file.

If you want to specify more things than the ones in the cab sourcetype, I would suggest you to copy the csv sourcetype and modify it the way you want.

Let me know if the csv itself solved it

ddrillic
Ultra Champion

I have a blackout when it comes to the sourcetypes and automatic detecting ; -)

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ddrillic
Ultra Champion

Must be the end of line characters ..

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