Quick answer
To export data from Coda, open the three-dot menu in the top-right corner of a document or table, then choose Export to PDF for documents or download a CSV for individual tables. For a full workspace backup, go to Account Settings, select Advanced Settings, and click Export My Data to download all owned docs.
Steps at a glance
- Open the document or table you want to export in Coda.
- Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
- Select Export to PDF for documents or download CSV for tables.
- Choose a layout and confirm the export for PDFs.
- Go to Account Settings > Advanced Settings for full backups.
- Click Export My Data to download all owned documents.
- Check your email for the download link when ready.
Summary
Coda lets you pull data out of your workspace in a few different ways depending on what you need: a static PDF of a doc, a flat CSV of a table, or a full archive of every document you own. Knowing which export path to use saves time when you need to share, back up, or analyze your work outside of Coda.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Open the Document or Table You Want to Export
Navigate to the Coda doc that contains the content you want to export and open it. If you're still setting up your workspace, it helps to first create your first doc so you have a document ready to export from.
Step 2
Export a Full Document as PDF
Click the three-dot menu icon in the upper-right corner of the doc, then select Print & PDF from the dropdown. Click Export to PDF, choose a page layout (portrait or landscape), and click Export to confirm. The PDF downloads as a static snapshot, so formulas and interactive elements won't be editable.
Step 3
Download Table Data as CSV
Hover over the table you want to export and click the three-dot menu in its top-right corner. Select Export CSV from the menu, and Coda downloads the table's current rows and columns as a flat CSV file. If your table isn't set up yet, review how to create a table or add rows to a table before exporting so the data is complete.
Step 4
Check Sharing Permissions Before You Export
Confirm you have at least viewing access to the doc or table; export options won't appear for content you can't access. If you own the workspace, check the Share settings in the top-right corner to make sure collaborators have the right permission level to export their own copies.
Step 5
Export Your Entire Workspace
Click your account avatar in the top-left corner and select Account Settings. Scroll to Advanced Settings and click Export My Data — Coda compiles every document you own into a downloadable archive and emails you a link when it's ready.
Step 6
Locate and Open Your Exported Files
Check your downloads folder for PDFs and CSVs, or check your email inbox for the workspace archive link if you requested a full export. Open the CSV in a spreadsheet tool or the PDF in any PDF viewer to confirm the data exported correctly.
Why this matters
You need to share a finished roadmap with a client who doesn't have a Coda account, back up a critical project tracker before making major changes, or pull table data into a spreadsheet for deeper analysis. Exporting the right way keeps your data usable outside Coda without breaking anything inside it.
Frequently asked questions
Can I export a single Coda table without exporting the whole document?
Yes. Click the three-dot menu on the table itself and select Export CSV to download just that table's data as a flat file.
Does exporting to PDF preserve formulas and buttons?
No. PDF exports are static snapshots, so formulas, action buttons, and other interactive elements won't function in the downloaded file.
Can I export Coda data as Word or Markdown files?
Not natively. Coda's built-in export only supports PDF and CSV formats, so Word or Markdown output requires a third-party pack or the Coda API.
Who is allowed to export a Coda document?
Anyone with at least viewing access can export a doc to PDF, but downloading a full workspace archive through Export My Data requires you to own the documents.
Related guides
Continue with more step-by-step guides for getting work done.
How to Create a Table in CodaLearn how to create a table in Coda using the slash command or plus button, then customize columns and rows for your data.
How to Add Rows to a Coda TableLearn how to add rows to a Coda table using the plus icon, keyboard shortcuts, or right-click menu for precise row placement.
How to Create Your First Coda DocLearn how to create, name, and structure your first Coda doc, from starting a blank page to adding tables and sharing it.
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