Variables from .csv combining text and images

[PointRoll]

Hey there, I have a .csv for an illustrator data merge that has columns that contain both text and icon images (see below file for an example). The board game uses icons to replace certain text words. Is there a way in illustrator to combine both text and image within the same variable?

[Peter Villevoye]

Are you familiar with this Variables feature ?

https://helpx.adobe.com/illustrator/using/data-driven-graphics-templates-variables.html

If it doesn't meet your needs, then it's necessary to dig into scripting:

https://helpx.adobe.com/nl/illustrator/using/automation-scripts.html

[CarlosCanto]

yes and no. It might be possible using fontawesome, we would need to see your particular needs.

https://fontawesome.com/