Matching an Address only file in L2 DataMapping

Introduction

This tutorial guides you through the process of matching an address-only file to all records in L2 DataMapping. This is particularly useful for data analysts and professionals who need to ensure that their address data aligns with existing datasets. By the end of this guide, you'll be equipped with the steps necessary to perform accurate address matching.

Step 1: Prepare Your Address File

• Ensure your address file is formatted correctly. It should contain clear headers and organized data.
• Common fields to include are:
  • Street Address
  • City
  • State
  • Zip Code
• Save the file in a compatible format such as CSV or Excel.

Step 2: Import Your Address File into L2 DataMapping

• Open L2 DataMapping and navigate to the import section.
• Select the option to import your address file.
• Follow the prompts to upload your file. Make sure to:
  • Specify the correct file type.
  • Map the columns from your address file to the corresponding fields in L2 DataMapping.

Step 3: Configure Matching Settings

• Access the matching settings to define how the addresses will be matched.
• Set parameters such as:
  • Matching criteria (exact match, partial match, etc.)
  • Thresholds for similarity, if applicable.
• Review any advanced options that may enhance the matching process.

Step 4: Execute the Matching Process

• Initiate the matching process by clicking the designated button.
• Monitor the progress through the interface. Depending on the size of your dataset, this could take some time.

Step 5: Review the Matching Results

• After the matching process completes, examine the results.
• Look for:
  • Matched records
  • Unmatched records
  • Any discrepancies that need to be addressed
• Utilize filtering tools to focus on specific data points if necessary.

Step 6: Export the Matched Results

• Once you are satisfied with the matching results, export the data.
• Choose your preferred format (CSV, Excel) for the output file.
• Save the file in an appropriate location for future reference.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you learned how to match an address-only file to all records in L2 DataMapping. Key steps included preparing your address file, importing it into the platform, configuring settings, executing the match, reviewing results, and finally exporting the matched dataset. For next steps, consider exploring advanced matching techniques or integrating this process into your regular data management workflow.