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How do I export my graph?

Learn how to export your Nodes.bio graphs as JSON files for backup, sharing, or importing into other tools.

Written by John Muirhead-Gould

You can export your graphs to save them locally or share them with others.

Export as JSON

1. After generating your graph, look for the Export button in the Control Panel

2. Click Export JSON

3. Your graph will download as a JSON file

What is JSON?

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a standard text format for storing structured data. It's:

• Human-readable: You can open it in any text editor

• Machine-readable: Easy to import into other tools and programs

• Universal: Works across all platforms and programming languages

• Lightweight: Small file size, easy to share via email or cloud storage

Think of it as a digital blueprint of your graph that any software can understand.

What's included in the export?

The JSON file contains:

• All nodes: Labels, types, positions, and styling

• All edges: Connections and relationships

• Your original prompt: So you can recreate or modify the graph later

• Domain: The context used for generation

• Timestamp: When the graph was created

Why JSON?

JSON is the best format for graphs because:

• You can re-import it into Nodes.bio later

• Developers can use it in their own applications

• Data scientists can analyze it with Python, R, or other tools

• It preserves all the details of your graph perfectly

Why export?

• Backup: Save your work locally

• Share: Send graphs to colleagues or collaborators

• Documentation: Include in reports or presentations

• Version control: Track changes over time

• Reproducibility: Recreate graphs with the same prompt

Need help?

If you're having trouble exporting, chat with us using the messenger in the bottom right corner!

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