Export a diagram
Choose the right scope and format to deliver your diagram as a file.
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Before you start
Open the diagram to export. Current diagram and Entire project have different scopes. Check the menu for format-specific plan restrictions.
Steps
Choose the export scope
Open File → Export. Choose whether to export the current diagram or the whole project, including its detail flows.
Actual screen: selecting an export scope and format from the File menu. What to checkYou selected the entire project if detail flows are needed.
Choose a suitable format
Select an available format for your purpose. PDF or PNG works for viewing; check the data formats if you need editable project data.
What to checkYou know whether you need a viewing file or editable data.
Inspect the downloaded file
Open the downloaded file and check text, arrows, and whether the required detail diagrams are included.
What to checkYou opened the downloaded file to inspect it.
Check your result
The file is in your download location and contains the diagram scope and readable text you need.
If something goes wrong
If details are missing, check whether you exported only the current diagram. If no file appears, check your browser's downloads and any in-app error. Wait for rendering to finish before trying again.
Common questions
How do PNG, PDF, and JSON differ?
PNG is suitable for inserting an image, PDF for distributing a document, and JSON for retaining editable data. Check available formats in the menu.
The file has no detail flows
Check whether you exported only the current diagram. Select an entire-project format if required.