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title: Importing Consignments in Today’s List (Basic) 
description: Learn how to bulk import consignments in Cario using a CSV file. Follow step-by-step instructions to export the template, fill in shipment details, upload, and fix errors for efficient high-volume shipping.
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# Importing Consignments in Today’s List (Basic) 

**Purpose** 

The **Import Consignments** feature in **Today’s List (Basic)** allows you to create multiple consignments in bulk using a CSV file. This is ideal for high-volume shipping, system migrations, or when preparing consignments outside of Cario (for example, from Excel). 

Instead of creating consignments one by one, you can upload a CSV file containing all shipment details and process them in a single action. 

**Why Use Import Consignments** 

- Save time when creating multiple consignments 

- Reduce manual data entry 

- Use a standardised CSV template to ensure consistency 

- Quickly identify and fix errors before manifesting 
- Ideal for daily dispatch runs or bulk uploads 

**Step 1: Export the CSV Template** 

Before importing, you must first export the CSV template so you have the correct column structure. 

1. Go to **Consignments** 
2. Select **Today’s List (Basic)** 
3. Ensure the correct **Customer** is selected 
4. Click the **Export to CSV** icon (top right)   
   ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-04-46-8554-AM.png?width=670&height=240&name=undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-04-46-8554-AM.png)
5. Download and open the CSV file   
   ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-04-52-6141-AM.png?width=592&height=279&name=undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-04-52-6141-AM.png)

This exported file acts as the **template** for importing consignments. 

**Step 2: Fill in the CSV File** 

Once you have the template: 

1. Open the CSV file in Excel   
   ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-04-59-7630-AM.png?width=670&height=116&name=undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-04-59-7630-AM.png)
2. Fill in each row with your consignment details, such as:  
     1. Company / Customer 
     2. Pickup Address   
        - The pickup address is not a mandatory field to fill. If the Pickup address is left empty, it will default to the collect from address configured for the customer dispatch location selected.
        
        ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined.jpeg?width=670&height=52&name=undefined.jpeg)
     3. Delivery addresses 
        
        ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-1.jpeg?width=670&height=83&name=undefined-1.jpeg)
     4. Service 
     5. Product, dimensions, weight, quantity 
     6. References and instructions 
3. Ensure all mandatory fields are completed  
   ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-07-2252-AM.png?width=670&height=106&name=undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-07-2252-AM.png) 
4. Do **not** change the column headers 
5. Save the file as **CSV (Comma delimited)  
   ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-14-1115-AM.png?width=670&height=99&name=undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-14-1115-AM.png)**  
    

**Step 3: Import the CSV File** 

After completing the CSV: 

1. Return to **Consignments** 
2. Go to **Today’s List (Basic)** 
3. Select the **Import** tab 
4. Click the **Import File** icon  
   ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-35-1736-AM.png?width=670&height=226&name=undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-35-1736-AM.png) 
5. Choose your saved CSV file  
   ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-42-4877-AM.png?width=670&height=177&name=undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-42-4877-AM.png)

  

 

**Step 4: Select Customer and Upload** 

1. Confirm the correct **Customer** is selected 
2. Review the imported rows in the grid 
3. Click **Upload**   
   ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-51-9205-AM.png?width=670&height=351&name=undefined-Jan-13-2026-12-05-51-9205-AM.png)

If the upload is successful, the consignments will appear in Today’s List. 

**Step 5: Fix Import Errors (If Any)** 

If there are validation errors: 

1. Click the **Edit (pencil)** icon on the affected row 
2. Fields with errors will be highlighted in **red** ![](https://knowledge.cario.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Mar-18-2026-01-58-54-3808-AM.png?width=1693&height=736&name=undefined-Mar-18-2026-01-58-54-3808-AM.png)
3. Common issues include:  
     1. Invalid suburb or locality 
     2. Incorrect postcode 
     3. Missing mandatory fields
4. Correct the highlighted fields
5. Save the changes 
6. Re-upload if required 

Once all errors are resolved, the consignments can be processed normally. 

 

**CSV Column Headers – TRUE / FALSE Fields** 

Some columns in the CSV template are Boolean** fields**, meaning they only accept **TRUE** or **FALSE** values. 

These fields control optional service requirements and must be completed correctly to avoid import errors. 

**How to Complete TRUE / FALSE Columns** 

- **TRUE** → The option **is required / enabled** 

- **FALSE** → The option **is not required / not enabled** 

Do **not** leave these fields blank. 

 

**Common TRUE / FALSE Columns Include:** 

- **Require Hand Unload** 

- **Require Tailgate** 

- **Residential** 

- **Hazardous Materials** 

- **Fragile** 
- **Perishable** (if applicable) 

**Helpful Tips** 

- Always export a fresh CSV template if fields or configurations change 

- Ensure postcodes and suburbs match valid carrier data 

- Double-check service and container types before uploading 

- Use references consistently to make tracking easier 

 

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