How to Export a Doc in ClickUp

Exporting a Doc from ClickUp lets you reuse your content in other tools, save backups, or share information outside your Workspace. This guide explains the supported export formats, what does and does not transfer, and the exact steps to export any Doc.

Overview of ClickUp Doc export options

When you export a Doc from ClickUp, it is downloaded to your computer. At this time, you can export only the Doc content itself, not comments or attachments.

Key details:

• Exports are downloaded, not synced to cloud storage.
• Only one Doc can be exported at a time.
• Exports include most text formatting and structure.
• Comments and attachments are not included.

This process works the same way whether your Doc is simple meeting notes or a long knowledge base article in ClickUp.

Supported ClickUp Doc export formats

You can export a Doc from ClickUp in two file formats. Each is best suited for a different use case.

ClickUp Doc export to HTML

Exporting a Doc as HTML is useful when you plan to publish content on the web or work with tools that accept HTML input.

When you choose HTML export:

• Your Doc is downloaded as a .zip file.
• The ZIP contains one or more HTML files, depending on the Doc structure.
• If your browser or system is set to open ZIP files automatically, you will see the HTML file(s) inside without extra steps.

Use HTML export when you want to preserve rich formatting from ClickUp while moving content into a website or another HTML-based editor.

ClickUp Doc export to markdown

You can also export a Doc as a markdown (.md) file. This is ideal for developers, technical writers, and teams that manage documentation in git repositories or markdown-based systems.

Markdown export:

• Produces one .md file per export.
• Preserves headings, paragraphs, lists, and code blocks in markdown syntax.
• Works well with most static site generators and knowledge base platforms.

Choose markdown export when you maintain documentation outside ClickUp in a markdown-first environment.

What is included when exporting ClickUp Docs

Most core content and formatting from your Doc will appear in the exported file. This helps keep exported material close to what you see in the ClickUp editor.

Formatting preserved in ClickUp exports

The following elements are included when you export a Doc:

• Headings: The heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.) is preserved.
• Text styles: Bold, italic, underline, strikethrough, and inline code.
• Paragraphs and line breaks: The overall text structure is retained.
• Lists: Ordered (numbered) and unordered (bulleted) lists.
• Tables: Basic table layout and content.
• Block types: Such as code blocks or quote blocks, where supported by the chosen format.

These preserved elements make it easier to repurpose ClickUp Docs in external tools with minimal reformatting.

What is not included in ClickUp Doc exports

Some features used inside a Doc do not appear in the exported file. Review these limitations before relying on exports for long-term archiving or workflows outside ClickUp.

Comments excluded from ClickUp exports

Inline comments and conversation threads added to a Doc are not included in the exported HTML or markdown file. This means:

• Feedback discussions remain only inside the Workspace.
• Review history and context tied to highlighted text is not visible in exports.
• You may want to resolve or summarize key decisions inside the Doc content itself before exporting.

If you need to preserve feedback, consider copying important comment content directly into the body of the Doc prior to exporting from ClickUp.

Files and attachments excluded

Attachments are also not downloaded when you export a Doc. This includes:

• Images uploaded directly into the Doc.
• Attached files such as PDFs, spreadsheets, or design assets.
• Linked assets that are stored as ClickUp attachments.

When exported, you will not receive these items in the ZIP or markdown file. If you need attachments outside ClickUp, download them individually where they are stored.

How to export a Doc from ClickUp

Use the following steps to export any Doc to HTML or markdown. You can do this from the Doc editor interface.

Step-by-step ClickUp Doc export instructions

1. Open your Doc.
   Navigate to the desired Doc in your Workspace and open it in the editor.
2. Access the Doc settings menu.
   In the upper-right corner of the Doc, locate the ellipsis icon (…) and click it to open the dropdown menu.
3. Choose the export option.
   From the dropdown menu, select Export. A submenu with available export formats will appear.
4. Select your desired format.
   Click either HTML or Markdown, depending on where you plan to use the exported Doc.
5. Download the exported file.
   Your browser will download the export. For HTML, you may receive a .zip file. For markdown, you will receive a .md file.
6. Open or move the file as needed.
   Extract the ZIP if needed, then open the HTML or markdown file in your chosen editor or upload it to another system.

Repeat these steps for each Doc you want to export from ClickUp.

Tips for managing ClickUp Doc exports

To make the most of your exports, plan how you will structure and use content outside ClickUp.

• Standardize headings: Use a consistent heading structure in ClickUp so exported Docs map cleanly to your website or documentation system.
• Minimize critical info in comments: Move key decisions into the main text before export, since comments do not transfer.
• Track versions: Consider labeling Docs or including version numbers in the content if you export them regularly.
• Test both formats: Export the same Doc as HTML and markdown to see which works better with your external tools.

Learn more about ClickUp Doc exports

For the original help documentation and the latest details on what is supported, refer to the official article on how to export a Doc in ClickUp Doc exports.

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