Features
Parsers
How to use the Parsers feature in Manual Scraper
Overview
The Parsers feature in MrScraper allows users to modify the extracted data from a web scraper by performing a series of transformations or adjustments. The Parsers page is designed for flexibility, providing users with the following ability:- Edit Property
- Append Properties
- Add Constant
Use the Parser Feature
To use the parser feature, follow the steps below:- Click the Parsers tab.
- Click Add Parser > select what type of parsers that you want to use:
| Parser Type | Description | Configuration Options |
|---|---|---|
| Edit Property | Modify an existing property in the extracted data. | - Property: Choose which property to modify. - Parser: Select the transformation (e.g., trim, change case, etc.). |
| Append Property | Append a new property to the existing data. | - Append Property: Select the property to add. - To Property: Define where to append the new property in the output. |
| Add Constant | Add a constant value to the output. | - Property: Specify the property where the constant will be added. - Value: Input the constant value for the selected property. |
- Specify all the fields.
- Click Save Changes to save the configuration.
