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# Export/Import Data

### <mark style="color:blue;">Export Data</mark>

When "Export Data"...

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... the Plant 3D "Export Report Data" dialog opens up where you select the Report(s) and the export file.

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### <mark style="color:blue;">Import Data</mark>

If you select "Import Data"...

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You select the file name.

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Next you have to select which report data you want to import in case the export file contains the export of multiple reports.

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