# Importing a file into a project [edit]

This page describes how to import a file into an Aptana project.

## Introduction

You can import a JavaScript, HTML, or CSS file into an existing Aptana project. Importing a file into a project allows you to work with that file in your workspace. If you just need to access the file, but do not want to import it into your workspace, you can use the File View to access any file on your hard drive. See Displaying the File View for details.

## Instructions

To import a file into an existing project:

1. In the Project View, right click the project that you want to import the file into to open an Import pop-up window.
2. On the Import pop-up window, select the import source, and click the Next button.
3. Browse to the directory that you want to import the file(s) from and click OK.
4. Check one or more files from the selected directory that you want to import.
5. Click the Finish button.

Aptana imports the file(s) that you selected into your project.

## Related Topics

- Creating a new Aptana project
- Importing an existing project from Dreamweaver or HomeSite
- Exporting a file from a project
- Displaying the File View

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