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Running Reports
Once you've built your report with filters and columns, you can preview results, run the full report, and export your data.
Preview vs Run
Preview
- Shows a sample of matching records (first 25 rows)
- Instant results for quick validation
- Use to verify filters and columns are correct
- Click Preview button in the builder
Run
- Processes all matching records
- May take longer for large datasets
- Required before exporting
- Click Run button when ready
Running a Report
- Build your report (filters + columns)
- Click Preview to verify results look correct
- Click Run to generate full results
- View results in the data table
- Export if needed
Exporting Data
After running a report, export your data:
Export Formats
| Format | Best For |
|---|---|
| CSV | Universal compatibility, importing to other systems |
| Excel | Spreadsheet analysis, formatting, charts |
How to Export
- Run your report
- Click Export
- Select format (CSV or Excel)
- Download begins automatically
Scheduling Exports
Set up automatic recurring exports to receive reports on a regular basis.
Creating a Schedule
- Open a saved report
- Click Schedule
- Configure frequency:
- Daily
- Weekly (select day)
- Monthly (select date)
- Set delivery options:
- Email recipients
- Export format
- Save schedule
Schedule Tips
- Use relative date filters (like "Last 30 days") so scheduled reports always show current data
- Test your schedule by running the report manually first
- Verify email addresses are correct
Troubleshooting
Report Takes Too Long
- Add more specific filters to reduce records
- Narrow date ranges
- Remove unnecessary joins/columns
No Results
- Check filter conditions aren't too restrictive
- Verify date ranges include expected records
- Try removing filters one at a time to find the issue
Export Too Large
- Add filters to reduce record count
- Split into multiple reports by date range
- Export in smaller batches
Related Articles
- Query Builder Overview
- Filters
- Columns & Joins
- Organizing Reports - Saving, folders, and versions