The Portfolio library can be backed up and restored from the configuration interface. Restoring a library completely replaces the contents of Portfolio, allowing you to replicate the same configuration across multiple iPads and iPhones quickly. The backup file includes all of the configuration and files necessary to load in each one of the galleries and is bundled in a single package for easy transfer. The other devices must also have Portfolio installed.
Library backups can currently be copied from the iTunes file sharing interface, uploaded to or downloaded from Dropbox, or downloaded using another app and opened in Portfolio if the other app supports an "Open with..." option. You are able to have multiple backups residing on an iPad from which you can load any one of them at a given time.
Backing Up or Restoring
Backup files serve two purposes: to backup your library and to allow you to easily clone one library to another iPad or iPhone. To do either of these you'll need to first create a backup file and then copy it off of the iPhone.
Creating a Backup
Make sure you have enough space to create the backup file. An estimate of the space needed is displayed below the backup file name field.
- Enter a name for the backup file in the text field at the top.
- Tap the "Backup" button and wait for Portfolio to create the backup file — this can be quick or take several minutes and depends on the size of your library.
Restoring from a Backup
- Tap the backup file in the list at the bottom to select it.
- Tap the "Restore" button and confirm that you want to overwrite the existing library.
Deleting a Backup
- Swipe to the left on the backup in the listing.
- Tap the "Delete" button to confirm.
Restoring from a backup cannot be undone. If you still need access to your existing library, create a backup of it first to restore from later.
Copying the Backup off the iPhone
iTunes File Sharing
- Plug your iPhone into the computer it's synced with and open iTunes. Let it do its syncing.
- Select the iPhone in the source list on the left or in the "Devices" button near the top right depending on your iTunes version.
- Tap the Apps button that appears in the bar on the top.
- Scroll down until you see the File Sharing section and select Portfolio in the list on the left.
- You should now see the backup file you just created. Select this file and click "Save to…", selecting a temporary location to save it.
Upload to Dropbox
- Select the backup in the list.
- Tap the button in the bottom left corner with the Dropbox icon.
- Navigate to the destination to upload to.
- Tap "Choose" to begin the upload.
Copying a Backup to the iPhone
iTunes File Sharing
- Plug your iPhone into the computer it's synced with and open iTunes. Let it do its syncing.
- Select the iPhone in the source list on the left or in the "Devices" button near the top right depending on your iTunes version.
- Tap the Apps button that appears in the bar on the top.
- Scroll down until you see the File Sharing section and select Portfolio in the list on the left.
- Tap the "Add..." button at bottom of the file listing and select the file.
Download from Dropbox
- Tap the second button in the bottom left corner with the Dropbox icon.
- Navigate to the backup file and select it.
- Tap "Download" to begin the download.
Download from Another App
Use this option when you want to download a backup file from another app, such as Box or a website.
- Open the file in the other app.
- Use the app's "Open in..." menu to select Portfolio.