If you're working offline or adding screenshots to your documentation, Coder Desktop file sync can make it easier to move files to your workspace.

1. Create a new local directory.

If you select an existing clone of your repository, Desktop will recognize it as conflicting files.

1. In the Coder Desktop app, select **File sync**.


1. Select the **+** in the corner to select the local path, workspace, and remote path, then select **Add**:


1. File sync clones your workspace directory to your local directory, then watches for changes: