Save and export¶
Writing back, converting to another format, and exporting for other people.

Each row is one job, with where to find it in the app, on the command line and as an MCP tool for AI agents. A dash means that surface does not offer it.
| I want to... | In the app | Command line | MCP tool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Save, and save as another format | Saving | --convert |
convert, write_table |
| Export several tabs as one workbook | Exporting several tabs as one workbook | --to-workbook |
write_workbook |
| Save automatically | Auto-save | - | - |
| Save a file with a password | Password-protected files | --password-env |
- |
| Export to PDF | Export to PDF | - | - |
| Export the schema as DDL or code | Schema Export | --export-schema |
export_schema |