# Import/Export

The **Import-Export** option in Custom Templates allows users to save and reuse template settings. The **Export** feature helps save the modifications made to a template, while the **Import** feature enables users to apply the saved template formatting

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Note that clicking on another template will result in losing the edits made in the existing template. It is strongly advised to export the custom template immediately after making the changes to avoid any rework. 
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<figure><img src="/files/EwJNtwB0PDFhEu8oN9eF" alt=""><figcaption><p>Image 1: Import/Export options in the Custom Template window</p></figcaption></figure>

Use of Import Export Feature:

1. **Making Changes to the Template**\
   To create a custom template, follow these steps:
   * Add a new container or modify an existing one.
   * Customize the font styles as per your preference.
   * Apply a background color or any other styling adjustments.
   * Ensure all required changes are made before exporting
2. **Exporting the Template Settings**
   * Once the modifications are complete, use the **Export** option.
   * Navigate to Setting > Export
   * The applied settings will be saved and exported in a **JSON** format.
3. **Importing a Previously Saved Template**
   * If additional changes have been made to the template, but you prefer the previously saved version, you can restore the exported settings using the Import feature:
   * Navigate to **Settings** > **Import**.
   * Click on **Add File** and select the exported JSON file.
   * The previously saved changes will be loaded into the template
4. **Applying the Imported Changes**
   * Once the file is imported, all the saved modifications will be visible.
   * Click on **Apply All** to implement the changes across the template.
   * The formatting and styling from the exported file will now be reflected in the current template.

The Import-Export feature makes maintaining and reusing custom templates simpler.


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