> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://revstack.gitbook.io/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://revstack.gitbook.io/docs/getting-started/add-your-documents/import-database-query-results.md).

# Import database query results

Revstack allows you to streamline your systematic review process by importing search results directly from major bibliographic databases such as PubMed and Web of Science. This feature helps you efficiently gather relevant documents and begin your review with minimal manual effort.

## Add your database query results

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To import query results into your collection, follow these steps:

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Navigate to your collection and click on the "Add a new database query" button.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Choose the source database (e.g., PubMed, Web of Science).
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Enter the search query and specify the date when the query was executed.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Upload the search results file in the supported format (e.g., .csv for PubMed, .xlsx for Web of Science).
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

Once imported, Revstack will automatically process the records, identifying key metadata such as title, authors, abstract, and publication year. Any duplicate entries will be flagged for review in the Document section (see [Manage duplicates](/docs/getting-started/manage-duplicates.md)).

## How to get search results in supported files?

{% hint style="info" %}
**Supported File Formats**

Each database provides results in specific file formats. Ensure that you download your search results in one of the following supported formats before importing them into Revstack:

* **PubMed**: .csv
* **Web of Science**: .xlsx
* **Embase:** .ris
  {% endhint %}

### How to get .CSV results file from PubMed

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Once your search query has been executed on **PubMed**, you can download a .csv file containing all the results. To do so, follow these steps:

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{% step %}
Click on the "Save" button.
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In the "Selection" field, make sure to specify "All results."
{% endstep %}

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In the "Format" field, select "CSV."
{% endstep %}

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Download the file by clicking on "Create file."
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

### How to get .XLSX results file from Web of Science

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Once your search query has been executed on **Web of Science**, you can download a .xlsx file containing all the results. To do so, follow these steps:

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Click on the "Export" button.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
In the dropdown list, select "Excel."
{% endstep %}

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In the pop-up window, fill in the necessary information to ensure you download all your results.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
In the "Record Content" field, select "Full Record."
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Confirm and download the file.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

### How to get .RIS results file from Embase

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Once your search query has been executed on **Embase**, you can download a .RIS file containing all the results. To do so, follow these steps:

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Select all results.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Click on the "Export" link.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Download the file by clicking on the "Export" button with the RIS format selected.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

## Delete documents linked to a query

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To delete all documents associated with a bibliographic search, click on the dropdown button and select "Delete query."

{% hint style="warning" %}
Deleting a query will remove all associated documents, full texts, and gathered information permanently.
{% endhint %}