We don't often use files with the .csv extension, but most of the files, having this format, that you come across are those of contacts / phone numbers that we exported in advance from other sources, such as iPhone contact recovery (opens new window) , iOS contact transfer, Outlook, Gmail or more. If you need to transfer CSV to your iPhone X / 8/7/6/5 or older, this is the method for you.
Part 1. What is a CSV file?
CSV stands for “Comma Seperated Values” . This is a file format for saving data in a structured table format, such as a spreadsheet or database in which information is separated by commas. A CSV file usually ends with a.csv extension. A CSV file cannot contain any cell, column, row style, or formulas, but it works with any spreadsheet software, such as Microsoft Excel, Open Office Calc, or Google Spreedsheets..
Part 2. How to create a CSV file?
If necessary, it is easy to create a CSV file on your computer, for that follow the steps below:
Step 1. Open a file in a spreadsheet such as Microsoft Excel.
Step 2. Select "File" and click on the "Save As" option..
Step 3. In the pop-up window, choose “CSV” under the “Save as type” column.
Part 3. How to Transfer CSV from PC to iPhone
If you want to import CSV, especially iPhone / iPad contact files, it's very easy to do with the help of FonePaw iOS Transfer (opens new window) . As a multifunctional transfer tool for iOS devices, it can also transfer contacts between iPhone and computer / iOS devices. For more info, please follow this guide.
# Step 1. Access FonePaw iOS Transfer
Download and install iOS Transfer on your Windows or Mac computer first. Then start it and connect your iPhone to the program . When the device is detected, you can see the related information on the interface..
# Step 2. Import CSV to iPhone
Now select "Contacts" from the left panel and click on the "+" button at the top to add CSV file (s) to your iPhone. Then select the CSV file to transfer it to your iPhone. You can then view it on your iPhone.
Apart from the CSV file, FonePaw iOS Transfer also allows you to transfer the vCard file to iPhone. You can download the free trial version and enjoy it.
