How to Import a Command Table (.vdmct) in VDM

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Article Goal

This guide walks you through how to import a command table (.vdmct) file into VDM.
If you need help locating stored command tables, refer to: How to Find Stored Command Tables for Sharing

Why Import a Command Table?

Importing a command table is essential when a distributed view does not have the embed command table option enabled. Without the associated command table:

• The view will not run correctly.

• You'll likely encounter missing data sources or errors.

✅ This is a common step when sharing or receiving views across users or systems.

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Steps to Import a Command Table.

1: Launch VDM: Open the VDM application on your machine.

💡 Make sure you are connected to the appropriate server or environment before proceeding.

2: Expand Your Connection & Right-Click on CommandTables: In the left-side Connections Panel, expand your active connection. Right-click on CommandTables, then choose Import from the context menu.

💡 If you don’t see it, make sure your connection is active and authenticated.

3: Select the Command Table File (.vdmct): Browse to the location where the .vdmct file is stored. Select the file you want to import and click Open.

📁 Command Table files usually have the .vdmct extension and may be shared from another user or copied from a shared network folder.

💡 Refer to the previous article for help locating these files on your system.

4: Run or Create a View to Verify the Import: Open an existing view (or create a new one) that uses the imported Command Table, and run it to verify the data loads correctly.

✅ If the Command Table was imported successfully, the view should now run without errors.

⚠️ If the view fails to run, double-check the correct Command Table was imported and that your connection profile matches.

Article Summary

This article explains how to import a .vdmct Command Table file into VDM. It guides users through selecting the appropriate connection, importing the file, and verifying it works in a view. This is especially useful when working with distributed views that don’t include embedded command logic. Includes notes to prevent common import issues and streamline setup.

✅ What’s Next?

Once the Command Table is imported, you can:

• Run or edit views that depend on it.

• Share views without embedding command logic.

• Use it across multiple views that require the same setup.