> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.dalus.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Full Model

> Export your complete model to HTML, PDF, or SysML v2 format

Export your complete Dalus model for documentation, sharing with stakeholders, or interoperability with other MBSE tools.

## Accessing Model Export

Model export options are available from the model header dropdown:

1. Click the **dropdown arrow** next to your model name in the left sidebar
2. Select your desired export option

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/dalus/nVXGKHGeIs6KRnCF/images/import-export/model1.gif?s=2c3714f5e9c8a26050fd287208eff7e9" alt="Model export options in the dropdown menu" width="1436" height="808" data-path="images/import-export/model1.gif" />

## Export Options

### Export Model (HTML/PDF)

Generate a formatted HTML document of your complete model, which can be saved as PDF for formal documentation.

1. Click the model name dropdown
2. Select **Export Model**
3. The HTML document opens in a new tab
4. Use your browser's **Print** or **Save as PDF** function to create a PDF

The export includes:

| Section          | Contents                                |
| ---------------- | --------------------------------------- |
| **Requirements** | Full requirements table with all fields |
| **Parts**        | System hierarchy with attributes        |
| **Ports**        | Port definitions and connections        |
| **Interfaces**   | Interface definitions and flow types    |
| **States**       | State machine definitions               |
| **Actions**      | Action scripts and triggers             |

<Tip>
  Use HTML/PDF export for design reviews, compliance documentation, or sharing with stakeholders who don't have Dalus access.
</Tip>

### Export to SysML v2

Export your model in SysML v2 textual notation for interoperability with other MBSE tools.

#### Export as .sysml File

1. Click the model name dropdown
2. Select **Export SysML v2 > as .sysml file**
3. A `.sysml` file downloads to your machine

The SysML v2 export generates valid textual SysML including:

* Package structure with your model name
* Part definitions with attributes
* Port definitions with directions
* Interface connections
* Requirements linked to system elements

<Note>
  SysML v2 export uses standard SI and ISQ unit libraries. The generated code follows the SysML v2 specification and can be imported into compatible tools.
</Note>

#### Export as HTML Preview

View your SysML v2 code in a formatted HTML page with syntax highlighting:

1. Click the model name dropdown
2. Select **Export SysML v2 > as HTML preview**
3. The formatted SysML code opens in a new tab

This is useful for:

* Reviewing the SysML structure before sharing
* Copying specific sections of SysML code
* Creating documentation with embedded SysML snippets

## Best Practices

1. **Export before major changes** — Create an HTML/PDF snapshot before restructuring your model to preserve a record of the previous state.

2. **Use SysML v2 for tool interoperability** — When sharing models with teams using other MBSE tools, SysML v2 provides the best format compatibility.

3. **Include in documentation packages** — PDF exports work well for milestone reviews, CDRs, and compliance documentation.

4. **Version your exports** — Include dates or version numbers in exported file names to track model evolution over time.

## Permissions

Export actions follow model permissions:

| Role       | Can Export |
| ---------- | ---------- |
| **Owner**  | ✓          |
| **Admin**  | ✓          |
| **Editor** | ✓          |
| **Viewer** | ✓          |

All roles can export models for viewing and sharing.