update docs to include export import functionality for overrides.json (…

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jupyterlab · Dec 24, 2024 · 4a77aa3 · 4a77aa3
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@@ -234,6 +234,12 @@ example, if the :ref:`application_directory` is
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+JupyterLab also allows you to **export** and **import** an ``overrides.json`` file
+directly through the interface. You can generate an ``overrides.json`` file based
+on your current customized settings by clicking the **Export** button in the **Settings Editor**
+Similarly, you can use the **Import** button to apply an existing ``overrides.json`` file.
+This makes it easier to back up, share, or reuse your configuration.
+
 .. _build_configjson:
 
 build_config.json