Key Changes Made:
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Added Data Management Section
Two new buttons: "Export Data" and "Import Data"
Styled with clear colors (green for export, blue for import)
Added to the bottom of the app below the color indicators
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Export Feature
Creates a JSON file with all grid data
Includes metadata (export date, version)
Auto-downloads as grid-tracker-backup-YYYY-MM-DD.json
Provides visual feedback when clicked
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Import Feature
Hidden file input triggered by Import button
Validates JSON file structure
Asks for confirmation before overwriting current data
Refreshes grid display after import
Provides visual feedback
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File Structure
{
"gridData": { ... }, // All checkbox states
"exportDate": "2024-01-15T10:30:00.000Z",
"version": "1.0"
}
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Usage
Export: Click "Export Data" → Downloads backup file
Import: Click "Import Data" → Select backup file → Confirm import
Files are saved locally on user's device
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Safety Features
Confirmation dialog before import
Basic validation of imported file
No automatic overwriting
Preserves original localStorage functionality
This maintains all existing functionality while adding simple backup/restore capability. Users can now:
- Save backups to their device
- Restore from backups if localStorage is cleared
- Transfer data between devices (manually via file transfer)