Niche-Knack

Linux · 0:26 video

Export a recovery backup

Export a portable recovery package of the open books and wait for LedgerKeep to verify it.

Download fictional practice books · View the example statement

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The file picker is the Linux system dialog. Choose a location you can find again and keep a separate recovery copy.

1Open Backup and Recovery

In Settings, find Backup & Recovery. Check the current backup status.

1 · Open Backup and Recovery. In Settings, find Backup & Recovery. Check the current backup status.Export a recovery backup — step 11
Export Backup. Select the image to enlarge it.

2Export the package

Click Export Backup. Choose a folder and a recognizable filename.

2 · Export the package. Click Export Backup. Choose a folder and a recognizable filename.Export a recovery backup — step 22
Backup filename in the system save dialog. Select the image to enlarge it.

3Save and wait for verification

Save the example as sample-backup.ledgerkeep-backup. Wait for the verified message.

3 · Save and wait for verification. Save the example as sample-backup.ledgerkeep-backup. Wait for the verified message.Export a recovery backup — step 33
Backup export controls. Select the image to enlarge it.

4Keep the recovery copy

Backup status is now current. Keep the exported package in a separate safe location.

4 · Keep the recovery copy. Backup status is now current. Keep the exported package in a separate safe location.Export a recovery backup — step 4
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Result: The package is saved as sample-backup.ledgerkeep-backup, and Settings reports that the current project state is exported.