# Exporting Calendars

## Summary

This tutorial shows how to export your project schedule from BuilderPal:   
- As an Excel file (`.xlsx`) for reporting, editing, or sharing

## How-To Video

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## Prerequisites

- **Role or permission needed:** Any team member with access to the project
- **Setup required:** Log in to BuilderPal and open the desired project

## Steps

### 1. Open the Schedule

- From the project dashboard, click **Schedule** in the left sidebar.

### 2. Export as Excel (.xlsx)
- Select **XLSX**
- The file will download immediately


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## Confirmation

You’ll know it worked when you receive:
- An `.xlsx` file that opens in Excel with the current project schedule

## Tips

- **Pro tip:** Apply filters or set a date range before exporting so the file includes only what you need.
- **Shortcut:** The `.xlsx` file opens directly in Excel for fast editing or sharing.

## Related Articles
- [Learn the Project Dashboard](https://docs.builderpal.com/books/getting-started/page/navigate-the-global-project-menus)
- [Navigate Your Projects](https://docs.builderpal.com/books/getting-started/page/navigate-the-global-project-menus)
- [Managing Project Tasks](https://docs.builderpal.com/books/scheduling-calendars/page/add-phases)