# Exporting a Sync Mode

A Sync Mode 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 running the same software version and controller type.

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

2. On the menu bar, select the Sync Mode tab. The workspace area displays a list of all the current Sync Modes.

3. Select the check box of the Sync Mode 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 <SyncModeName>.json, the exported file can be given any name with the *.json extension.
   Select Save.