File formats
Data can be exported from Affinda in 3 different formats:- JSON (default)
- XML
- CSV
CSV Export Format
- Document types without tables or repeating groups
The CSV export is simple: each document is represented as a single row, with each field or metadata value stored in its own column. - Document types that include tables or repeating group structures
The CSV export contains multiple rows per document. Each row corresponds to an entry in the table or group, while the document-level fields (like document name, date, etc.) are repeated in each row to maintain context.
CSV export is not recommended for any Document Types containing more than 1 Table or Group field.
Export method
Data can be exported from the Affinda solution either via the app or programmatically.Manual Export
Manual export allows users to download extracted data directly from the Affinda platform for offline use or to import into other systems. This option is generally more suitable for users requiring occasional or small-scale exports. To export via the Affinda platform, navigate to the document list within the workspace, select one or multiple documents, choose the desired export format, and download the file.Programmatic Export
Most high-volume users will export their data programmatically via our API, workflow tool, or integration. This option is ideal for developers looking to automate their document processing by automatically adding the exported data to their downstream systems. For more information about using the Affinda API and the integrations available, see the API Reference.Frequently Asked Questions for Data Export
How can I change the format of my csv export
How can I change the format of my csv export
CSV export will replicate the order of your fields in the Document Type Configuration Interface; reorder them to adjust the order of your exported CSV file.