Work with phrase files

PhraseExpress can load multiple phrase files simultaneously from multiple locations and show phrases of all data sources combined in a common tree structure.

You can create, load, save, unload, import, export and password-protect phrase files in PhraseExpress.

Most commands in the File menu refer to the currently selected phrase file node in the left tree view of the main program window.

The root icon in the tree view depends if you use PhraseExpress stand-alone or with a SQL server:

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Local phrase file

Local Phrase File

Phrase files have the extension .pexdb and contain the phrase folder structure, phrase contents, trigger settings, program restrictions and access permissions.

The default phrase file name is "phrases.pexdb" in the recommended PhraseExpress application data folder "%appdata%\PhraseExpress\".

Cloud file

Shared phrase file

The local phrase file is synchronized with other users.

SQL database

SQL Server connection

Example: Computername:d:\data\phrases.pexsql

PhraseExpress loads the phrases from a Microsoft SQL server.

Unless using a SQL server, we strongly recommend saving the phrase file on the local hard drive of your computer (vs a network share).

Using a network share bear the risk of network interruptions, e.g. if the computer enters hibernation/sleep mode. Also, a network share may not be available when PhraseExpress is already trying to load phrase file on computer startup.

To share phrases with other users, rather use the synchronization feature. If you considered the network share for backup reasons, rather configure the backup storage location in PhraseExpress settings.

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