export_collection
Export all documents from a collection into downloadable files. Preserves hierarchy and content in formats like Outline Markdown, JSON, or HTML. Use for backups, sharing, converting, or archiving content. Asynchronous operation provides status and access details upon completion.
Instructions
Exports all documents in a collection to a downloadable file.
IMPORTANT: This tool starts an asynchronous export operation which may
take time to complete. The function returns information about the
operation, including its status. When the operation is complete, the
file can be downloaded or accessed via Outline's UI. The export
preserves the document hierarchy and includes all document content and
structure in the
specified format.
Use this tool when you need to:
- Create a backup of collection content
- Share collection content outside of Outline
- Convert collection content to other formats
- Archive collection content for offline use
Args:
collection_id: The collection ID to export
format: Export format ("outline-markdown", "json", or "html")
Returns:
Information about the export operation and how to access the file
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| collection_id | Yes | ||
| format | No | outline-markdown |
Input Schema (JSON Schema)
{
"properties": {
"collection_id": {
"title": "Collection Id",
"type": "string"
},
"format": {
"default": "outline-markdown",
"title": "Format",
"type": "string"
}
},
"required": [
"collection_id"
],
"title": "export_collectionArguments",
"type": "object"
}