Download table as CSV or Excel

Allow users to export table contents as either a CSV or an Excel file with one click. Simple Tables adds both “Download CSV” and “Download Excel” buttons, making it easy to share or analyze data externally.

How to enable

  1. Edit the table macro or import dialog.
  2. Toggle on Enable CSV download or Enable Excel download.
  3. Save or publish — both buttons appear below the table.

Clicking “Download CSV” exports the table as a CSV file—ideal for spreadsheets or BI tools.
Clicking “Download Excel” generates a .xlsx file—perfect for advanced analysis in Excel.

Why it matters

Quick exports streamline data workflows, reduce manual work, and improve collaboration: export the same table in the format that best fits your team or toolchain.

Use case: Export product list
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Product Manager

Acme Corp — Product Team

Context and challenge:
The product team regularly needs up-to-date lists of SKUs, descriptions, and pricing for various teams. Manual copying or scripts are slow and error-prone.

Solution – CSV & Excel export with Simple Tables:
The manager clicks “Download CSV” to export for BI tools or “Download Excel” for advanced analysis. Both file types are generated directly from the current table view.

Benefits:
• Format flexibility: Choose CSV or Excel depending on the audience or tool.
• Exact snapshot: Exports reflect the latest table content—no stale data.
• One-click export: Saves time and eliminates scripts.
• Low maintenance: No need for custom integrations or manual updates.

Impact:
By offering both formats, the team reduced prep time by 80% and improved cross-team collaboration, making data sharing seamless and error‑free.

Community context

Other apps like Table Exporter for Confluence also support CSV and Excel export in one click. Simple Tables now brings that convenience natively in the macro UI.