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10.4.2 Exporting Your Keys to a Key Server
To export your key to one of the freely accessible key servers on the Internet, select
the Export tab in the key server dialog. Designate the target server and the key to export
by means of two drop-down menus. Then start the export with Export.
Figure 10.5 Exporting a Key to a Key Server
10.5 Text and File Encryption
KGpg also offers the possibility to encrypt text or clipboard contents. Right-click the
padlock icon and find the options Encrypt clipboard and Decrypt clipboard as well as
the option for opening the integrated editor.
10.5.1 Encrypting and Decrypting the
Clipboard
Files copied to the clipboard can easily be encrypted with a few clicks. Open the function
overview by right-clicking the KGpg padlock icon. Select Encrypt Clipboard and des-
ignate the key to use. A status message about the encryption procedure is displayed on
the desktop. The encrypted contents can now be processed from the clipboard as
needed. The decryption of clipboard contents is just as easy. Simply open the menu on
the panel, select Decrypt Clipboard, and enter the password associated with your private
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