Import & Export Macros

Onetastic provides an Import / Export feature that packages macros (and other settings) into a single .xml file you can save, share, or use as a backup. This is the supported and recommended way to transfer macros between computers or to back them up.

Export Macros

  1. Open OneNote and go to the Home ribbon tab, open Tools and Settings > Onetastic Options.
  2. Switch to the Import / Export tab.
  3. Click Export Settings. In the export dialog, check the Macros category (and any other categories you want) and click Next.
  4. Choose a filename and location for the resulting .xml file and save it. You can store it in cloud storage, on a USB drive, or email it to yourself.

Import Macros

  1. On the destination computer, install OneNote and Onetastic.
  2. Open Onetastic Options > Import / Export.
  3. Click Import Settings and select the exported .xml file.
  4. Onetastic will show available categories and any conflicts. Select Macros (or specific macros) to import and resolve conflicts by checking or unchecking items to overwrite or keep your existing versions.
  5. Click Next to apply the import. An import summary will show what was added, skipped, or overwritten.

Note: Import / Export is available to Onetastic Pro subscribers; if the tab is not available you will see an upgrade link. For full details and screenshots see the blog post: Export and Import your Onetastic Settings.

This export file also works as a backup: keep the exported .xml in a safe location and import it to restore your macros after a clean install or on a new machine.

If your question isn't answered, send an e-mail to support@getonetastic.com.