How to export and import a Data Dictionary (structure only) in REDCAP
Directions to Export Data Dictionary File:
Go to ‘Project Setup’ tab in the project for which you wish to export the structure.
Select the ‘Data Dictionary’ tab
Select ‘Download the current Data Dictionary’ which is located under the title ‘Steps for making project changes:’
Select ‘Save’ to save the data dictionary file *.csv to your desired location
Directions to Import Data Dictionary File:
Go to ‘Project Setup’ tab in the project for which you wish to Import the structure.
Select the ‘Data Dictionary’ tab
Select ‘Choose file’ which is located under the title ‘Upload your Data Dictionary File:’
Select the data dictionary file from your computer
Select ‘Upload File’ to upload the data dictionary file *.csv
Review any warnings, then click 'Commit Changes'