Import & Export Rules

Overview

Chronoid lets you export your entire rule set as a JSON file and import it on another device. This is useful for:

• Setting up a new Mac with the same rules
• Sharing rule configurations with teammates
• Creating a backup before making major changes

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Export Rules

1. Open the Rules Configurator for any category
2. Click the Export button
3. Choose a save location
4. Chronoid saves a .json file with all your rules

The exported file includes every rule across all categories — distraction rules, project assignment rules, and ignore tracking rules.

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Import Rules

1. Open the Rules Configurator
2. Click the Import button
3. Select a previously exported .json file
4. Choose an import mode:

Use Merge when combining rules from multiple sources. Use Replace when restoring from a backup or setting up a fresh configuration.

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What Gets Exported

The JSON file contains:

• Categories — Name, color, and productivity type (productive, neutral, distracting)
• Rules — Type, operator, match value, priority, active/inactive state, and linked category

Rule priorities and active/inactive states are preserved, so your imported configuration works exactly like the original.

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Tips

• Export before major changes — Use export as a safety net before reorganizing your rules
• Keep a backup copy — Store an export in cloud storage so you can restore on any device
• Review after import — Open the Rules Configurator after importing to verify everything looks correct

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For help, email support@chronoid.app