# Exporting Data to CSV

Exporting form data to a CSV file in the Contact Form 7 Database plugin can be accomplished in two different ways. 

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Below are the detailed steps for each method.

**Method 1: Direct Export**

1. **Select the Form (1)**
   * **Description:** Choose the form you wish to export data from.
   * **Action:** Use the dropdown menu labeled "Contact form 1" to select the desired form.
2. **Export Data (2)**
   * **Description:** Export the data to a CSV file.
   * **Action:** Click the download icon next to the form dropdown menu. This will initiate the CSV export for the selected form.

**Method 2: Export Specific Entries**

1. **Select the Form (1)**
   * **Description:** Choose the form you wish to export data from.
   * **Action:** Use the dropdown menu labeled "Contact form 1" to select the desired form.
2. **Select Entries (3)**
   * **Description:** Select specific entries you wish to export.
   * **Action:** Check the boxes next to the entries you want to include in the export.
3. **Export Data (2)**
   * **Description:** Export the selected data to a CSV file.
   * **Action:** Click the download icon next to the form dropdown menu. This will initiate the CSV export for the selected entries.


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