How to import sample data into p:IGI+ v3 from Metis

Sample-level data can be imported into p:IGI+ from various sources and file types. The simplest method is to use the built-in Metis database connection to link to either an IGI-hosted public geochemical database or a private company geochemical database.

Note: It is important to ensure you are using the same version of p:IGI+ and Metis to successfully make the connection.

Importing data via a Metis link

Step 1: Connect to Metis

Go to Settings à Edit settings… from the software’s top menu bar.
In the Settings window, select the Metis tab.
Select the Link to radio button for your desired Metis server, and then click Sign in.
Enter your login credentials.

Your name will appear under the Signed in as header once you are connected.

Step 2: Create a Metis Link

Go to Metis à Create Metis link… from the software’s top menu bar.

This opens the Metis Discover interface.

2. Query data using:

the polygon select from the map
the quick search fields presented to the right of the map
the Add criterion menu, gaining access to the whole property model

Step 3: Import geochemical samples to p:IGI+

Once geochemical data has been discovered, click Link data.
Wait for the progress bar to show ‘Completed’.

A summary of linked samples, boreholes and sites will appear.

Close the window. Your data are now imported into p:IGI+. A new static sample set will be generated containing all the samples imported. Any new sites and boreholes generated will also appear in the Sites and boreholes manager.

Note: The imported data from Metis is linked through to p:IGI+. This link records both the sample IDs and the search query. A user can therefore check for updates to samples or view/edit the Metis link in the future. Both actions are available from the Metis menu.