Local File System

The Local File System node allows users to import data directly from folders on a local machine. This node is only available for installations running on Windows or macOS. It is not available in the cloud version of the platform. 

Configuration Options

  • Exclusion Rules
    • By default, the following are checked
      • Exclude external drives
      • Exclude typical OS files and directories
      • Exclude symlinks
    • These options help reduce noise and avoid processing unnecessary system files.
  • Include Path – Use the “Include path” field to define the folders from which data should be read.
    • Accepted formats
      • /Users/usr/Documents/product-images/*
      • You can add multiple folders by clicking “Add Another Folder.”
  • Exclude Path
    • Optional – define folders that should be ignored during processing.
    • Accepted formats (same as Include Path)
    • You can also click “Add Another Folder” to exclude more paths.