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Import MasterCook 5/6 files

Recipe data can be imported using the MasterCook 5/6 (MX2) file type. Use the FDX file format to import other data types (ingredients, menus, meals, etc.).

  1. On the File menu, click Import.
  2. Choose the import file type.
    1. Select MasterCook 5/6 (MXP).
    2. Click Next.
  3. Choose the import file.
    1. Click the Import File ellipsis button to select a file to import.

      2. Tip  If you don't want to import all of the recipes in the file, click the checkboxes next to the recipes to deselect them.

    2. Click Next.
  4. Choose the import options.
    1. Click the Recipe Options ellipsis button .
    2. Select the Import Target options.
    3. Select the Recipe Elements you want to import.
    4. Select the Duplicate Recipe options.
    5. Click OK to close the Recipe Import Properties window.
    6. Click Next.
  5. Review the import progress.
    1. Click the Save Log if you wish to save the import log as a text file.
  6. Click Finish to close the window.

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