Export Options

DrillerDB provides multiple export formats to support different workflows, reporting requirements, and integration needs.

CSV Export

CSV (Comma-Separated Values) format provides the most flexible option for data export and integration with other systems.

When to Use CSV - Choose CSV export when you need to import data into another system, perform advanced analysis with statistical software, or integrate with custom applications.

What's Included - CSV exports contain all project data fields in plain text format with comma separators. Each row represents one project record with columns for all available data fields.

Opening CSV Files - CSV files open in Excel, Google Sheets, or any text editor. When opening in Excel, use the "Text Import Wizard" to properly handle special characters and data types.

Character Encoding - DrillerDB exports use UTF-8 encoding to correctly handle special characters, accented letters, and symbols in customer names and project descriptions.

Excel Export

Excel format provides formatted spreadsheets with proper data types, column widths, and headers for immediate analysis.

Formatting Benefits - Excel exports include formatted headers, automatically sized columns, and proper data types (numbers, dates, currency). This eliminates manual formatting work.

Formula Support - The exported Excel file is a standard .xlsx file supporting all Excel features including formulas, pivot tables, charts, and conditional formatting.

Large Datasets - Excel format handles large exports efficiently. Projects with hundreds or thousands of records export to a single worksheet with filterable column headers.

Template Compatibility - Import the Excel export into your own Excel templates for customized reporting formats and company-specific analysis tools.

PDF Export

PDF format creates print-ready documents suitable for archiving, sharing with customers, or compliance documentation.

Project Reports - Generate PDF reports for individual projects including all project details, photos, field reports, and financial information. These comprehensive PDFs serve as project completion records.

List Reports - Export filtered project lists to PDF for printed reports. Useful for field crews who need job lists without computer access.

Document Retention - PDF exports create permanent snapshots of data at a point in time. Store PDFs for compliance, auditing, and historical record purposes.

Professional Appearance - PDF reports use your company branding and professional formatting automatically. No manual formatting required.

Choosing the Right Format

Select your export format based on your intended use:

For Analysis - Use Excel format when you need to manipulate data, create charts, or build reports in Excel.

For Integration - Use CSV format when importing into other software systems or databases.

For Documentation - Use PDF format for permanent records, customer sharing, or compliance documentation.

For Backup - Use Excel or CSV format to create periodic backups of your project data outside the main system.

All export formats preserve data accuracy and handle special characters correctly. Exports download immediately to your browser's configured download location.