Import role definition from file

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You may want to import a role into your system, for example if you are transferring roles between systems, or you are importing a copy of a role you previously exported.

To import a previously exported role definition as a new role, follow these steps:

  1. Go to Quick-access menu > Permissions > Define roles.
  2. Click Add a new role.
  3. Upload the preset.
  4. Click Continue.
  5. Review the new role.
  6. Click Create this role.

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