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Use this tool to prepend a new column to CSV data. It is useful when you need to add a fixed field, label, source tag, environment marker, or other leading column before existing CSV data.
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It adds a new column at the beginning of the CSV and fills it with your provided values.
Yes. You should provide one value for each CSV data row.
No. It only adds a new first column and keeps the others in place.
The tool returns an error so you can fix the input.
Prepend adds the new column first, while Append adds it at the end.
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Start by checking the input format, removing accidental spaces or unsupported characters, and comparing your input against the example pattern on the page.
Fix: Provide one new value for each CSV row below the header.
Fix: Put the new header and values first, then a blank line, then the CSV.
Fix: Make sure the CSV itself is valid before adding a new column.
If you want to see realistic input and output patterns, open the examples page. If you want step-by-step usage guidance, open the guide page.
Open the main Prepend a CSV Column page to test your own input and generate a live result.