Import and Export Recipes in XML Format

To export a recipe

1. In the Import/Export dialog box, select Recipe in the Type area, and then select XML in the Format area.

2. Type the name of a directory or select it from the Directories list.

3. In the Recipe IDs list, select the required recipes.

4. Click Export.

   This action creates the recipe files (.xml extension) in the directory that you selected. If the recipe file exists, the Duplicate Recipe dialog box appears. You need to confirm if you want to overwrite the existing file. You can also specify a different file name in the text box.

   

To import a recipe

5. In the Import/Export dialog box, select Recipe in the Type area, and then select XML in the Format area.

6. Type the name of a directory or select it from the Directories list.

7. In the Recipe IDs list, select an available recipe from the Files list.

8. Click Import.

   This action creates the recipe in the Recipe Database. If the recipe already exists, the Duplicate Recipe dialog box appears. You need to confirm if you want to overwrite the existing file. You can also specify a different file name in the text box.

Note:
- After you import a recipe, you should validate and approve it using the Recipe Editor.
- Recipe information such as its approval, version history, type, and state are not imported for security reasons.