dexie/Dexie.js

Is there a way to add onto the current database using 'dexie-export-import' module?

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#1,123 opened on Sep 14, 2020

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Description

I read the docs of dexie-export-import thoroughly, however I didn't find a way how to add onto the current database when importing the data. It either completely replaces the whole table or merges and overwrites any row with the same id.

What I'd like to do is to import the data with new id's, while keeping the old data in the table intact.

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Tech stack
javascripttypescript
Domain
database
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
half day
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
stale
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
clear
Prerequisites
understanding of IndexedDBfamiliarity with Dexie.js
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
40
Research direction
The user wants an import mode that appends with new IDs instead of replacing or merging. Investigate the dexie export import module, particularly the import function in src/import.js. Look at how the current import handles table clearing and ID generation. Consider adding an option like 'additive: true' that skips clearing and generates new IDs for imported items. Check related issues and the module's documentation for existing patterns.
Is there a way to add onto the current database using 'dexie-export-import' module? · dexie/Dexie.js#1123 | Good First Issue