How to transfer TWS settings from one computer to another
This article applies to:
- Platform(s): Windows, Mac, Linux
- TWS Build(s): Build 959 and Above
The 'Store Settings on Server' feature stores the Trader Workstation (TWS) settings/configuration in the cloud and retrieve them at anytime from another computer. This allows you to transfer settings from the same user on two different machines, but not between different accounts/users.
How to upload your TWS settings to the server:
To transfer settings from one computer to another for the same username you will need to enable the option Use/store settings on server:
1. On the computer which currently has your settings, on the lower right of the login window, click on More Options >
2. Make sure the Use/store settings on server option is unchecked and login
3. Once you are logged in, enable this function:
- If you are using the Classic layout, navigate to Edit >> Global Configuration >> Lock and Exit and check the box Use store settings on server
- If you are using the Mosaic layout navigate to File >> Global Configuration >> Lock and Exit and check the box Use store settings on server
4. Select Apply and OK.
5. Click on File -> Save Settings.
6. To Exit the application navigate to File and Exit.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above operation will only save one copy of the TWS settings on the server. The serve does not store any backup copies.
How to download your TWS settings from the server:
On any computer (on which you want to use the same settings as above): Login with the Use/store settings on server option checked on the login window. This will download the settings, which you previously saved on our server.
Related articles
See KB3146 for instructions on how to overcome the "Downloading settings from server failed" error
See KB2323 for instructions on how to restore TWS settings from external storage
See KB2320 for instructions on transferring settings from one user to another