ArduPilot / ArduPilot/MissionPlanner

Improving CSV and Text File Data

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Description

I am not sure if this is the right place to propose an idea, but I wanted to propose an improvement on the current CSV and textfile. Currently, the CSV and text file contains output of data in an unreadable format for users. I want to propose a more organized format where it can be easier for users. Screenshots below will show an idea of a possible improvement.

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The idea is to parse through the messages that are beginning written to the textfile/csv. Before actually writing to them, the string text line can be altered and reconstruct the format to best fit the readability and presentation of the data. It will allow the users to use other programs to read into the csv file to graph on other programs since the current one prevents users to properly use the data. Also, the column of information should allow valid inputs to formula calculations on excel. Please provide any feedback or opinions on the idea! Thank you very much.

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Research direction

The issue names CSV and text-file output but no source files or tests. First identify the export path and the data fields being written; done means the output is organized, remains valid for spreadsheet formulas, and can be consumed by graphing tools.

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Assessment

Tech stack
csharp
Domain
data
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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