How to Find Stored Command Tables for Sharing in VDM

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Article Goal

Learn how to locate stored Command Tables in VDM so they can be shared with other users during the Import Command Table process.

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Steps to Find Stored Command Tables.

1: Launch VDM: Open the VDM application.

2: Go to Settings: Click on the Settings tab.

3: Locate the Command Table Folder Path: In Settings, locate the configuration labeled Command Tables. This will display the full directory path where Command Tables are stored.

💡 You can select and copy this folder path using Ctrl + C for quick access in File Explorer.

4: Open the Folder in File Explorer: Paste the copied path into the address bar of Windows File Explorer and press Enter to open the folder.

⚠️ If you receive a “Path Not Found” error, ensure you copied the entire path and have network access.

5: Select the Command Tables Folder: Inside the folder, locate and open the Command Tables directory. This is where VDM stores saved command configurations.

6: Choose a Connection Profile: Within the Command Tables folder, select the subfolder or file that corresponds to the Connection Profile containing the Command Table you want to share.

7: View Stored Command Tables: You should now your stored Command Table files.

🔍 You can sort or search the folder by file name or date modified to locate the most recent or relevant Command Table.

📦 These files can be copied and shared with other users for use with the Import Command Table feature in VDM.

Article Summary

This article outlines how to locate stored Command Tables in VDM by navigating to the correct folder path through the Settings menu. It includes practical tips for copying the path, finding the correct connection profile, and viewing the relevant files for sharing or import. Ideal for users setting up shared development or reporting environments.

✅ What’s Next?

Once you've found the stored Command Table, you can:

• Share the file via email or shared drive.

• Use Import Command Table in another VDM session to load it.

• Verify the table loads correctly using the appropriate connection profile.

📘 Related Help Article: “How to Import a Shared Command Table”