Which file types support reading spatial objects into Designer with the Input tool?

The selection of Alteryx databases (.yxdb) as the correct answer is based on the fact that .yxdb files are specifically designed to store various data types, including spatial objects. These binary files can efficiently manage complex data structures and optimize performance when working with large datasets that include spatial information.

When using the Input tool in Alteryx Designer, it is important to utilize file formats that can accurately represent and maintain the integrity of spatial information. The .yxdb format enables this by supporting spatial types natively, allowing users to take full advantage of Alteryx’s spatial analytics capabilities.

In contrast, other file types such as Excel workbooks, CSV files, and text files do not natively support spatial objects. While Alteryx can certainly read these formats, they do not retain the spatial properties of the data once imported. Thus, spatial data may need to be processed or transformed further after import, complicating workflows that rely on spatial analysis.