# How to parse CSV into a collection

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If you just want to store the JSON, then expand it into a list when you want to view it, then yes that is possible. Essentially you need a Helper Table with numbered rows, temporarily write the JSON into the Helper Table, apply it to every row, then extract the items into rows and columns using a combination of Query JSON & Single Value columns.

Take a look at the “[Miracle Method](https://community.glideapps.com/t/transpose-columns-to-an-inline-list-the-miracle-method/32766)”. It describes the basic approach.

If you need more detailed instructions, then it would be useful if you could provide a sample of your JSON.

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