# Exporting a Source Batch or a Source Tightening

A Source batch or Source tightening can be exported from one controller and imported to another.

Export and Import are only possible if they are performed on the same controller, or different controllers of the same type and running the same software version.

When you export an existing Source batch or a Source tightening, any programs and modes associated with the tightening or batch sequence are also exported. These configurations are only copies and can be changed as per requirements.

1. In the Plant structure , select a controller from the list.

2. On the menu bar, select the Sources tab . The workspace displays a list of all the current Source batches and Source tightenings.

3. Select the check box of the Source batch or tightening to be exported.

4. Select Manage, and then choose Export from the drop-down menu.

   A browser window opens for saving the export file.

5. The default file name is <SourceBatch>.json or <SourceTightening>.json , the exported file can be given any name with the *.json extension.
   Select Save.