> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.motivewave.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.motivewave.com/video-tutorials/workspaces.md).

# Workspaces

## Managing Workspaces

How to Create and Manage Workspaces (Broker and Data Feed Connections) in the MotiveWave trading platform.

MotiveWave connects to 38+ brokers and data feeds, as well as any broker who can connect via CQG, Rithmic, or Gain Capital (see [Brokers and Data Feed](https://www.motivewave.com/connections.htm) pages for the full list of supported brokers and data service providers).

You can also import data into MotiveWave using CSV, ASCII, or Metastock database formats.

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## Cloud Workspaces

Setting Up and Managing Cloud Workspaces (Broker and Data Service Provider Connections) in the MotiveWave trading platform.

MotiveWave connects to 38+ brokers and data feeds, as well as any broker who can connect via CQG, Rithmic, or Gain Capital (see [Brokers and Data Feed](https://www.motivewave.com/connections.htm) pages for full list of supported brokers and data service providers).

You can also import data into MotiveWave using CSV, ASCII, or Metastock database formats.

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## Connecting to Interactive Brokers

Creating the broker connection to TWS and Interactive Brokers (IB) in the MotiveWave trading platform.

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## Managing Instruments

How to Manage Symbols/Instruments in the MotiveWave trading platform.

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## Importing Instruments

How to Import Symbols/Instruments into the MotiveWave trading platform using a CSV file.

Importing of instruments is only available for Interactive Brokers, IQFeed, Barchart, and Google/Yahoo.

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## Backing Up and Restoring Workspaces

How to Backup a Workspace and Restore a Workspace in the MotiveWave trading trading platform, including turning on Auto Backup intervals and the number of backup files to keep.

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