# Using The Render Network Manager App and Render Network API

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The [**Render Network Manager**](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-the-render-network-manager-app-and-render-network-api/using-the-render-network-manager-app) **App** is the extended version of the Render Network [**Download Manager**](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-downloads/the-render-network-download-manager-application) - designed for artists and studios who want deeper control, faster iteration, and seamless job management.

With **API Access**, users can unlock the full power of the Render Network directly from their desktop environment – from job submission and preset management to automated workflows and cost calculation.

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#### &#x20;What the Manager App Does

The Manager App acts as a bridge between your local setup and the Render Network, offering the same reliability as the web app but with added speed, organization, and direct-to-desktop control.

**Key advantages include:**

* Differential uploads for faster re-renders

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* Scene management and drag-and-drop job creation
* Custom presets to streamline future submissions
* Local directory control for inputs and outputs
* A built-in render cost calculator
* Streamlined bridge capabilities to your DCC<br>

Whether you’re managing a few test jobs or hundreds of frames across multiple projects, the **Manager App** helps you scale more efficiently.

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#### How It Fits in the Render Network Workflow

1. **Download the Manager App** – Start with the latest version of the [**Render Network Download Manager**](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-downloads/the-render-network-download-manager-application).
2. **Request API Access** – Enable extended functionality through your Render Network account.
3. **Activate Manager Mode** – Once your token is entered, your app becomes the full Manager App.
4. **Upload, Manage, and Review Jobs** – All from one unified desktop tool.

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To Get Started using the Manager App, first get API access by following this guide:&#x20;

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