How to move, back up and manage projects - PIX4Dfields

This article describes the different methods of managing PIX4Dfields projects and outputs, such as moving them between laptops or as backups.

Export a PIX4Dfields project (.p4f)

1. Open a PIX4Dfields project.
2. Click on Export.
3. Click on Project.
4. Select the folder where to save the project> click Select folder.
5. Inside the selected folder (root folder) there will be 3 files:
   • Data folder
   • .p4f
   • snapshot.png

Import a PIX4Dfields project (.p4f)

The data folder, .p4f, and snapshot.png are required to import a PIX4Dfields project.

1. Download the folder that contains the .p4f file.
2. Log in to PIX4Dfields
3. Close PIX4Dfields (stayed login)
4. Double click on the .p4f file
5. A message Confirm to import project appears, click Continue
6. The project is ready to use in the new device.

Share outputs using PIX4Dcloud

With a PIX4Dfields license, it is possible to upload outputs to PIX4Dcloud directly from PIX4Dfields. For more information: Share to Cloud - PIX4Dfields.

Export PIX4Dfields outputs to use them on third-party software

PIX4Dfields generates outputs that can be exported for use outside the software. See PIX4Dfields outputs and their formats here: PIX4Dfields inputs and outputs.

Delete a PIX4Dfields project 

To delete PIX4Dfields projects:

1. Go to the Dashboard.
2. Click on the project settings.
3. Click the Delete icon at the bottom.