> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.chartdb.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Import Diagram from JSON

> Import a previously exported ChartDB diagram from a JSON file to continue editing and visualizing your database.

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<Warning>
  The **Import Diagram** feature is designed to work exclusively with JSON files
  that have been exported from ChartDB using the [**Export
  Diagram**](/export/json) feature. This feature is for importing saved ChartDB
  diagrams, not for importing database schemas directly.
</Warning>

ChartDB lets you import a database diagram from a JSON file that was previously exported from ChartDB.
This feature restores a saved diagram, allowing you to continue your work and make further modifications.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access Import Diagram">
    Navigate to the **Share** menu in the top navigation bar. From the dropdown,
    select **Import Diagram**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload JSON File">
    Click in the designated upload area or drag and drop your previously
    exported `.json` file into the dialog.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Import Diagram">
    Once the JSON file is uploaded, click the **Import** button. ChartDB will
    then load the diagram from the JSON file, displaying your database schema
    and relationships.
  </Step>
</Steps>