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Using Excel to Export and Import Data
Windchill supports the ability to export and import product structures, parts and documents using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets (XLS and XLSX). This capability is useful for exchanging data with an external partner or for updating part data, document data or a product structure in a bulk process.
Before you begin, review the information in the following topics:
Best Practices for using Excel to Export and Import Data
Considerations for Exporting Data
Considerations for Importing All Data