Downloading Tables & Answers

Learn how to export tables and chat responses in multiple formats

Written By Mark Ku

Last updated 25 days ago

Overview

The download feature allows you to export tables and complete AI responses from your chat sessions into various file formats. This makes it simple to integrate Storytell-generated content into your existing workflows, whether you're working with spreadsheets, documents, or markdown files.

You can export tables in six different formats and full answers in four formats, giving you flexibility in how you use the content. All downloads include smart filename generation that automatically incorporates relevant context like dates, chat titles, and table headers.

Downloading Tables

Tables generated in chat responses include an expandable download menu that appears below each table.

To download a table:

  1. Locate the Download table button beneath any table in your chat

  2. Hover over the button to expand the format menu

  3. Select your preferred format from the options:

    • XLS - Excel spreadsheet with auto-sized columns

    • CSV - Comma-separated values

    • Markdown - Markdown table format

    • Text - Tab-separated plain text

    • PDF - Formatted document

    • DOC - Microsoft Word compatible format

  4. Your file will download automatically with a descriptive filename

Downloading Full Answers

You can download the whole Storytell response, including all text and formatting, using the download button at the answer level.

To download a full answer:

  1. Find the Download button at the top or bottom of a response

  2. Click to expand the download menu

  3. Choose from these formats:

    • PDF - Professional formatted document

    • DOC - Microsoft Word compatible format

    • Text - Plain text with markdown removed

    • Markdown - Preserves all formatting and structure

  4. The complete answer downloads with your selected format

🚀 Pro-Tip: You can also edit the output first before downloading it using the editor. Learn how to do that here: Using the Document Editor