Modifying the resource tree You can create, delete, and modify the contents of the resource tree. Creating groupsResource groups organize resources into logical groupings. Creating agent-type and agent pool-type resourcesAgent-type and agent pool-type resources represent the computers where components are deployed.Creating component-type resourcesComponent-type resources represent the components that are deployed to target environments.Adding agents to resource groupsYou can find agents that are not associated with a resource and add them to a resource group.Moving and copying resourcesResource tree structures in the Resources Tree page can be configured by moving and copying the resources using the drag and drop feature.Deleting resourcesWhen you no longer require the resources, you can remove them from the Resource Tree page and choose to delete them permanently.Deleting resources from the Recycle BinWhen you no longer require the resources permanently, you can delete the resources from the Recycle Bin by setting up time and duration for the cleanup.Restoring the resources from the Recycle BinWhen needed, you can choose to restore the resources to their original locations in the Resource Tree after you delete them. When restored, the resources are restored as a child resource of the original parent resource. If the parent is moved, the resource is restored to the parent's new location. However, after resources are deleted from the Recycle Bin, they cannot be restored.Comparing and synchronizing resourcesYou can compare the contents of a resource group to another group or a resource template and then apply changes to the group or template.Synchronizing resources from a templateYou can add the contents of a resource template to the top-level resource group.Adding resources from a templateYou can add the structure from a resource template to a new group within an existing resource group.Parent topic: Resources