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title: Why can’t my documents be exported?
description: There could be a few reasons as to why your data cannot be exported, please look under the Export Status. You will see a warning icon with results of the export and reason for the export failure. 
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# Why can’t my documents be exported?

There could be a few reasons as to why your data cannot be exported.

 

To identify the reason,

**Step 1:** Click into the ![](https://help.file.ai/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Apr-25-2024-10-30-49-9127-AM.png?width=70&height=32&name=image-png-Apr-25-2024-10-30-49-9127-AM.png) icon under the **File Status** column to reveal the full export error message, providing insights into what went wrong

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**Step 2:** Once the error is identified, you can take the necessary corrective action. 

This might involve adjusting formatting, resolving compatibility issues, or seeking technical assistance if needed. 

 

 

**For a comprehensive understanding of export errors and their resolutions,** do refer to our full list of export errors available below. These resources will help you troubleshoot a wide range of export issues effectively.

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