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# Bulk Exporting Data

> 📘 Learning Objectives
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> * Understand how to configure and launch a data export
> * Know the best practices
> * Be aware of the limitations and precautions to follow

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The Quable PIM export feature allows you to generate data files based on your specific needs. Below are the main steps to launch a bulk export and the associated best practices.

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# Steps to Launch an Export

1. **Access the Export Interface**\
   Go to the "Launch Export" page via the "Data Flows" sidebar menu.

2. **Configure the Export Settings**\
   The configuration is divided into four sections:

**Export Profile**: Choose whether or not to use a predefined profile.

* No profile: For one-time exports.
* With profile: For recurring exports.

**Export File Format**: Select the desired format (CSV or XLSX).

* CSV: Customizable (separators, date formats, etc.).
* XLSX: Standard format, no configuration needed.

**File Destination**: Define where the file will be saved:

* Local: On your computer.
* Remote: On a server (HTTP, FTP, SFTP).

**Mapping**: Precisely configure which data will be exported.

3. **Launch the Export**

Once all sections are filled, click "Export Data."

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# Best Practices for Data Export

**Prepare the Data:**

* Ensure that the objects to be exported are properly classified.
* Verify that the required attributes are filled in to avoid errors or missing data.

**Use Export Profiles for Recurring Tasks:**

* Profiles help save time and ensure consistency between your exports.

**Adapt the File Format:**

* For large exports, prefer the CSV format.
* Configure separators and formats based on the systems that will use the file.

**Leverage Advanced Features:**

* Joins: Combine data from related objects to enrich your exports.
* Advanced Filters: Limit the exported data to those that meet your specific criteria (JSON skill required).

**Check the Quality of the Exported File:**

* Download the file and inspect the data to ensure it meets your expectations.

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# Limitations and Precautions

* Exports combining joins are limited to 500,000 rows.
* A document not classified in the PIM will not be included in the exports. Make sure all objects are properly classified.
* Mapping is mandatory for custom exports, be sure to define all necessary columns before launching the export.
* By following these steps and best practices, you can optimize your exports in Quable PIM and avoid common mistakes.

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> 📘 In Summary
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> * **Key Steps**
>   * Access the interface via the "Data Flows" menu.
>   * Configure the settings by choosing a profile, format, destination, and mapping.
>   * Click "Export Data" to generate the file.
> * **Best Practices**
>   * Check classification and attribute completion before export.
>   * Use export profiles for recurring tasks.
>   * Choose the appropriate format (CSV for large volumes, XLSX for customization).
>   * Leverage advanced features (joins and filters).
>   * Verify the quality of the exported file after download.
> * **Limitations and Precautions:**
>   * Exports with joins are limited to 500,000 rows.
>   * Unclassified objects will not be included.
>   * Mapping is required for custom exports.

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# Next Chapter

🎉 **Congratulations**! You have completed the "Downloading and Bulk-Updating Large Amounts of Information" module. Continue your learning by exploring the next module of the [Contributor Training](https://docs.quable.com/v5-EN/docs/training-for-contributors).