{% extends "base.html" %} {% block title %}Harris Matrix Creator - PyArchInit-Mini{% endblock %} {% block content %}

Harris Matrix Creator

Interactive visual editor for creating and editing Harris Matrix diagrams

Create New Matrix
Create a new Harris Matrix for a new archaeological site
Edit Existing Matrix
{% if sites %}
Edit an existing Harris Matrix
{% else %}
No existing sites found. Create a new matrix to get started.
{% endif %}
Features
Visual Editor
  • Drag-and-drop node creation
  • Interactive relationship connections
  • Real-time visual preview
  • Zoom and pan navigation
Extended Matrix Support
  • 14 different node types (US, USM, USVA, DOC, Extractor, etc.)
  • 14 relationship types (Covers, Cuts, Continuity, etc.)
  • Period and area grouping
  • Custom node descriptions
Database Integration
  • Save directly to database
  • Edit existing matrices
  • Automatic validation
  • Relationship consistency checks
Export Options
  • Export to GraphML (yEd compatible)
  • Export to DOT (Graphviz)
  • High-resolution PDF rendering
  • Share with colleagues
Alternative: CSV/Excel Import

Prefer working with spreadsheets? You can also create Harris Matrices by importing CSV or Excel files using the command-line tool.

Command-line Usage:
# Generate template
pyarchinit-harris-template

# Import your data
pyarchinit-harris-import your_matrix.xlsx --site "Your Site" --export-graphml
View Documentation
{% endblock %} {% block extra_js %} {% endblock %}