Where Does Pythonista Store Scripts on iPhone?
Where Pythonista keeps scripts, site-packages and settings on iPhone for backup and moves.
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Pythonista splits iPhone state three ways: scripts in iCloud Drive or local storage, third party modules in site-packages inside the app container, and editor settings beside them. Each side backs up differently.
Local scripts need manual copies before wipes; iCloud ones follow the account. Site packages reinstall from StaSh or manual drops on new devices. Files app shows iCloud and local sides for hand moves.
Where Pythonista stores this, by platform
iCloud Drive/Pythonista 3
Scripts in iCloud Drive or local per file with modules in site-packages. Confirm per script side in the library. Copy local files before wiping.
Frequently asked questions
How do I move Pythonista scripts to a new iPhone?
Keep scripts in iCloud Drive Pythonista and let sync finish, then copy local stragglers through Files. Site packages travel with the app container. Both halves matter for a working move.
iCloud, local or bundled: where is my script?
Open the library inside Pythonista and read the location badges. iCloud, local and bundled roots show separately. The badges always show the live side per script.
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