# Exporter

Exporter converts your runtime state (`state.json`) into import-friendly CSV files. It does not write to providers.

Use it to move data into other services.

### What it exports

Exporter reads these datasets:

* Watchlist
* History
* Ratings

You choose:

* provider
* feature
* export format
* rows (select all or pick manually)

{% hint style="info" %}
TMDb import supports **Watchlist** and **Ratings** only. History export to TMDb is blocked on purpose.
{% endhint %}

### Supported formats

* **TMDb (auto dialect)**: chooses the CSV layout TMDb expects
  * Trakt source → Trakt v2 CSV
  * SIMKL source → SIMKL v1 CSV
  * Other sources → IMDb v3 CSV
* **Letterboxd**
* **IMDb (list)** (no official IMDb import, but useful for list workflows)
* **JustWatch**
* **Yamtrack** (superset for custom workflows)

### What you need

* At least one sync run (so `state.json` exists).
* For TMDb exports: IMDb IDs are strongly recommended.

{% hint style="info" %}
If `state.json` is missing, Exporter opens with an empty list.
{% endhint %}

### How to use the UI

1. Open **Tools → Exporter**.
2. Select a **Provider** and **Feature**.
3. Select an export **Format**.
4. Use **Search** to filter rows (example: `imdb:tt1234567` or `2024`).
5. Select rows (or **Select all (filtered)**).
6. Click **Export** to download the CSV.

### Where to import the file

* **TMDb**: use TMDb’s import screen.
* **Letterboxd**: import on Letterboxd (watchlist is movies-only by design).
* **IMDb (list)**: no official import; use it for tooling or scripts.

### Troubleshooting

* **Empty list**: run a sync first, or check provider/feature filters.
* **Export button disabled**: no rows selected.
* **TMDb import failed**: ensure rows have IMDb IDs and you chose the right format.


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