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# Can I import/export my package slips?

Yes, you can both import and export your package slips.

##### Importing Packages

> **Prerequisite:** Before importing, ensure that the sales order and items associated with the package already exists.

To import packages into your Zoho Inventory account:

*   Navigate to the **Packages** tab and select the List View.
*   Click on the Menu icon.
*   Select **Import Packages** option from the drop down.

![Import option of packages](/inventory/help/images/sales-orders/package-import-1.png)

*   You will be directed to a page where you can upload the file to be imported.

> **Note:** From here you can download a sample file to check the proper format for upload and ensure your package file matches that format, or directly proceed to upload that file.

![Import packages page](/inventory/help/images/sales-orders/package-import-2.png)

*   Upload the relevant .csv or .tsv type file from your hard-drive
*   Choose the **character encoding** involved from the dropdown. By default, the character encoding is UTF-8(Unicode).
*   Click **Next** to proceed to mapping the fields.

![Map packages page](/inventory/help/images/sales-orders/package-import-3.png)

*   Zoho Inventory will automatically match the similar fields and map them.
*   You can manually match the unmapped ones or alter mapped ones.
*   Check the box near the option Save these selections for use during future imports to automate mapping for future item imports.
*   Click the **Next** button to proceed to the Preview window.

![Preview import packages](/inventory/help/images/sales-orders/package-import-4.png)

Here a synopsis of the no. of packages ready for import, no. of skipped records and unmapped fields will be shown.

*   You can make any changes to the operation by clicking the Previous button.
*   If everything is ready, click the **Import** button to import successfully.

### Exporting packages

*   Navigate to the **Packages** module from the left hand side bar.
*   Click on the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines).
*   Select **Export Packages**. Your packages will now be exported to your preferred format.

![Exporting packages and shipments](/inventory/help/images/sales-orders/package-shipment-export.png)