The Data tool is a separate application which enables users to:

  • Extract an entire project from Community Edition and package into an exchange format
  • Extract an entire project from a PROJECT in a box server and package into an exchange format
  • View and test import a project in exchange format
  • Import a project in exchange format to a PROJECT in a box server


The data tool must always be run locally, i.e. in the first example it must be installed on the PC with Community Edition and the others on the same computer as the PROJECT in a box Server.

The Data tool has its own help file and documentation and is a tool primarily for use by the administrator to support archiving, upgrading and server management.

For a detailed article on how to use the datatool please see http://www.projectinabox.org.uk/wiki/doku.php?id=2_6:kb2610151

If you require assistance with the data tool the first step is to read the associated help file, then contact support@projectinabox.org.uk