How to Export and Import Prompts
Introduction
The SyncWin Copilot allows users to easily export and import prompts, making it simple to manage your custom prompt library. This feature is particularly useful for backing up your prompts or transferring them between different devices or accounts. In this article, you will learn how to export your saved prompts and import them back into the system when needed.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure that you have:
- The SyncWin Copilot extension is installed in your Chrome browser.
- A collection of saved prompts that you wish to export or import.
Instructions
Option 1: Export a Prompt
- Open the SyncWin Copilot by clicking its icon in your Chrome toolbar.
- Locate the prompt you want to export in the prompt library section.
- Hover over the prompt item and find the export button with a download icon.
- Click on the export button. A confirmation message will appear, and the prompt will be downloaded to your computer with your confirmation.
Option 2: Bulk Export Prompts
- To export multiple prompts at once, check the box on each prompt you wish to export. Alternatively, click the “Select All” checkbox above the list of prompts.
- Once selected, click on the “Export” button that becomes enabled.
- You can download all selected prompts to your computer.
Option 3: Import Prompts from Settings Page
- Click on the settings (gear) icon from the header interface to open the settings page.
- Click on "Choose File" to select the prompt file you want to import (CSV or JSON format).
- Hit the import button with an upload icon. The system will begin importing the prompts into your library.
- If you are trying to import duplicate prompts, a pop-up will appear asking if you want to replace the existing prompts with the newly imported ones:
- Click “OK” to replace them or “Cancel” for more options.
- If you click “Cancel,” a new pop-up will show up where you can click “OK” to merge and update existing prompts with new ones or “Cancel” to cancel the importing altogether.
Option 4: Export Prompts from Settings Page
- On the same settings page, below the import options, you will find an export option.
- First, select whether you want to export your prompts as CSV or JSON from the dropdown field.
- Select an option and then hit the export button with a download icon just below it.
- A success message will appear, and you can download the desired file to your computer.
Tips and Warnings
- Tip: Regularly back up your important prompts by exporting them, especially before making significant changes or updates.
- Warning: Be cautious when importing prompts that may overwrite existing ones. Always check for duplicates before confirming an import.
Troubleshooting/FAQs
- Q: What if I encounter an error while importing?
- A: Ensure that you are using a valid CSV or JSON file format. If issues persist, try re-downloading your prompt file.
- Q: Can I recover deleted prompts after exporting?
- A: Once deleted, exported prompts cannot be recovered unless they were backed up before deletion.
Summary
In this article, you learned how to effectively export and import prompts using the SyncWin Copilot. By following these steps—exporting individual or multiple prompts and importing them back—you can efficiently manage your custom prompt library.
Next Steps
Now that you know how to export and import your prompts, explore creating new ones or optimizing existing ones! For more detailed instructions on specific features or advanced tips, please refer to our related documentation articles! If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out!