Export & Import
T-Sketch lets you export your work in multiple formats and import previously saved sketches. Whether you need a full backup or just a quick screenshot, there is an option for you.
Export Sketch Archive
The archive export creates a complete backup of your sketch as a .sketch.zip file. This includes:
- The full scene state (all objects, their positions, and properties)
- All action history
- Attached files (images, symbols)
- Scene metadata (name, description, settings)
To export, open the Main Menu (hamburger icon, top-left) and select Export Archive. The file will download to your computer.
Archives are useful for backing up your work, sharing with someone who does not have access to your project, or moving a sketch between teams.
Import Sketch Archive
You can import a previously exported .sketch.zip file to create a new sketch from it. The import flow is available in two places:
- From the Home screen — click New Sketch and switch to the Import tab
- From the Main Menu inside a sketch
When importing, you can set a new name and description for the sketch. The import creates a fresh sketch with all the original content, attachments, and settings.
Export as Image
Export your canvas as an image file for sharing, embedding in documents, or using as a thumbnail:
| Format | Background | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| PNG | Transparent | Overlaying on other content, documents, presentations |
| JPEG | Solid (canvas background color) | Sharing on social media, email, smaller file size |
You can choose to export either the Current View (what is currently visible on screen) or the Entire Scene (all content on the canvas, automatically cropped to fit).
Slide Export
Individual slides can be exported as images from the Slide Details panel. Select a slide in Slides Mode, then use the export option in the details panel that appears. This is useful for creating individual slide images for presentations or documents.
Clipboard Operations
T-Sketch supports copy and paste through the system clipboard:
- Copy (
Ctrl/Cmd + C) — copies selected objects in a dual format: PNG image and JSON data. This means you can paste into T-Sketchto get the full objects, or paste into other apps to get an image. - Cut (
Ctrl/Cmd + X) — same as copy, but removes the original objects. - Paste (
Ctrl/Cmd + V) — paste from clipboard. Supports pasting T-Sketch objects, images, and text content.
Duplicate Sketch
To create a copy of your entire sketch, open the Main Menu and select Duplicate Sketch. This creates an independent copy in the same project, which you can rename and modify without affecting the original.