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# Data Persistence and Saving
This system manages how player choices are stored and maintained throughout the game. It provides a bridge between the interface and the backend storage.
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If you're using a custom widget, make sure you have already set up your **ParentWidgetRef** (or your chosen alternative name) as described in [Parent Widget Reference](/products/parent-widget-reference.md).
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#### The Saving Workflow
The following workflow saves the choices made by a player:
1. **Access the Component**: Use your **ParentWidgetRef** as the target to call the **Get Customization Component** interface message.
2. **Execute the Save**: From the return value of that component, call the **Save Character Data** function.
#### How to Delete Save Files
1. Open your project folder and locate the path **Saved/SaveGames**.
2. Select the save files within this folder and delete them.
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This action will clear the persistent data stored in the Game Instance and the Save Object, allowing for a fresh start in the Character Creator.
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#### Dedicated Save Events
**BP\_CustomizationComponent** includes specialized Custom Events designed to handle data transmission efficiently.
