# Optimizing Your Virtual Machine for Software Development

When creating a virtual machine in Parallels Desktop Pro or Business/Enterprise Edition, the setup process includes a page where you can choose the primary use case, like software development or software testing.

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However, you can later change the optimization profile of an already existing virtual machine by doing the following:

1. Start Parallels Desktop.
2. In **Control Center**, right-click the virtual machine (it must be shut down) and choose **Configure**.
3. On the **General** tab, click **Change**.
4. Select the profile that best fits your needs.

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