Import Zip file not function in Windwos

Hi there,
I am a newbie. Yesterday i want to import a zip file with the workflow to my windwos PC.
I have carried out the following steps

  1. in the desktop I have the folder ‘KNIME data’ with the zip file
  2. in KNIME, version 5.3.2, under menu, I selected ‘switch workspace’
  3. pop up appears with the path ‘C:\Users\Rose\Desktop\Knime Data’
  4. after launch, KNIME opens without content

In desperation, I entered ‘C:\Users\Rose\Desktop’ and then KNIME took all the files from my desktop including the workflow from the zip file. The worklow appears.
My question is, how can I select only the zip file without Knime copying all my personal files into the new workspace?

Who can help me?
Thanks in advance

Hello @Rose_KNIME,

Welcome to the KNIME Forum.

To import just the workflow from your ZIP file without changing the workspace, follow the below steps:

  • Keep Your Workspace Path: Set your workspace to a dedicated folder (e.g., C:\Users\Rose\Desktop\Knime_Workspace). This makes sure all KNIME work stays here.

  • Use KNIME’s Import Feature: Go to File > Import KNIME Workflow…
    In the pop-up, select the specific ZIP file you want to import, and KNIME will import only the workflow within that file, leaving other files untouched.

Hope this helps.

Best,
Keerthan

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Thank you very much Keerthan,

But what happend with the other files like in the picture? What can I do with the files? Do they have any function?

THX

Rose
Picture of the files

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When you create a workspace, some default items, like Example Workflows, are automatically generated. If you then create a new workflow, additional files will be created to support its functionality.

If you’d prefer a fresh workspace, you can delete all these files from your desktop and start with a clean workspace.

Best,
Keerthan

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