Tree Attribute Format Conversion

Function Overview

Tree Attribute Format Conversion converts tree attribute data between CSV files and LiDAR360 tree attribute files (*.treedb). The tool supports field mapping, unit recognition, and export of existing tree attribute data.

Usage

Click TLS Forest > Individual Tree Attributes > Tree Attribute Format Conversion to open the tool.

Steps

1. Select the input file.
2. Set the CSV encoding, separator, and skipped rows when importing a CSV file.
3. Map the CSV fields to the corresponding LiDAR360 tree attribute fields.
4. Set the output path.
5. Click OK to convert the file.

Parameter Settings

• Input File: Input CSV file or *.treedb file.

• Encoding Format: Encoding used to read the CSV file. The default value is GB18030.

• Separator: Field separator used in the CSV file. The default value is comma (,).

• Skip Rows: Number of header or description rows to skip before reading data.

• Field Mapping: Map the fields in the CSV file to LiDAR360 tree attributes.

• Output Path: Folder used to save the converted file.

Automatically Recognized Units

The tool can automatically recognize common tree attribute units, including:

• DBH, tree height, clear height, crown width, north-south crown width, and east-west crown width: meter.
• Crown area: square meter.
• Crown volume: cubic meter.
• Tilt angle: degree.

Output

The tool outputs the converted CSV file or *.treedb file.

Notes

• Check field mapping carefully before conversion to avoid missing or mismatched attributes.
• Use a consistent separator and encoding when preparing CSV files.