> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.devolutions.net/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/workspaces/import-and-export-a-workspace.md). # Import and export a workspace {% tabs %} {% tab title="Windows" %} To simplify deployment for multiple users, it is possible to export and import workspace configurations. The generated file contains all the information to recreate the configuration. The file does not include the content of the workspace; only the configuration is exported. Use the entry's export functionality to back up or copy the content of the database. {% embed url="" %} {% hint style="info" %} Instead of exporting and importing workspaces and settings separately, it is possible to create a custom installer. The [custom installer service](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/installation/client/custom-installer-service/) replicates the configuration of a Remote Desktop Manager instance. {% endhint %} 1. From ***File*** – ***Workspaces***, click on the ***Export workspace configuration*** button, then save the `.rdd` file on your computer. 2. To import the workspace in another Remote Desktop Manager instance, use ***File*** – ***Workspaces***, click on the ***Import workspace configuration*** button, and select the `.rdd` file. Whether or not users can ***Read/Write*** in [offline mode](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/workspaces/offline-mode/) is first decided at the workspace [caching mode](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/workspaces/offline-mode/offline-read-write/) level. This cannot be changed remotely. To prevent or allow remote users the ***Read/Write*** offline feature, do so before exporting the workspace {% hint style="info" %} A locked workspace can be exported and imported, but the content will be locked unless a password is entered when the workspace is selected. See [Lock a workspace](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/workspaces/lock/) for more information. {% endhint %} {% endtab %} {% tab title="macOS" %} To simplify deployment for multiple users, it is possible to export and import workspace configurations. The generated file contains all the information to recreate the configuration. The file does not include the content of the workspace; only the configuration is exported. Use the entry's export functionality to back up or copy the content of the database. Use ***File*** – ***Workspaces*** to access the import or export functionality. Whether or not users can ***Read/Write*** in [offline mode](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/workspaces/offline-mode/) is first decided at the workspace's [caching mode](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/workspaces/offline-mode/offline-read-write/) level. This cannot be changed remotely. If you wish to prevent or allow remote users the ***Read/Write*** offline feature, you should do so before exporting your workspace. {% hint style="info" %} A [locked workspace](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/workspaces/lock/) can be exported and imported, but the content will be locked unless a password is entered when the workspace is selected. {% endhint %} {% endtab %} {% tab title="iOS" %} To simplify deployment for multiple users, it is possible to export and import workspace configurations. The generated file contains all the information to recreate the configuration. The file does not include the content of the workspace; only the configuration is exported. Use the entry's export functionality to back up or copy the content of the database. ### Export the workspace 1. In Remote Desktop Manager navigate to ***File*** – ***Workspaces***, select the workspace to import on the iOS device, click on ***Export workspace configuration***, and ***Save*** the file on the computer. 2. Launch iTunes and connect the iOS device to the computer. In iTunes, select the iOS device. 3. Click ***Apps*** In the ***File Sharing*** area, select ***RDM*** and click ***Add*** file. 4. Select the file exported from Remote Desktop Manager and click ***Open*** The file is now copied in the device but still needs to be imported in Remote Desktop Manager iOS's file repository. ### Import the workspace 1. From the iOS device, launch Remote Desktop Manager and tap ***More*** Navigate to the ***Tools*** section and select ***File Repository***. 2. Tap on the Ellipsis button and select ***Import***. 3. Select the file and tap ***Done*** The file is now available to Remote Desktop Manager iOS. 4. Back in the ***More*** section, navigate to the ***Workspaces*** list and tap ***Import***. 5. Select the file. The workspace is now imported in the application. {% endtab %} {% tab title="Android" %} To simplify deployment for multiple users, it is possible to export and import workspace configurations. The generated file contains all the information to recreate the configuration. The file does not include the content of the workspace; only the configuration is exported. Use the entry's export functionality to back up or copy the content of the database. 1. To export the workspace configuration from Remote Desktop Manager, navigate to ***File – Workspaces*** Select the workspace to import on the Android device, click on ***Export workspace configuration***, and save the `.rdd` file on the computer. 2. Select the .`rdd` file exported from Remote Desktop Manager and transfer it on your Android device using the Windows File Explorer. The file now needs to be imported in the Remote Desktop Manager Android file repository. 3. From the Android device, launch Remote Desktop Manager Android. 4. Open the side menu and tap on the currently opened ***Workspace***. 5. Tap the ***+*** icon to add a new workspace, and select ***Import .rdd***. 6. Locate and select the `.rdd` file exported at step #1. {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. 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