The export command builds your Preswald app into a static site that can be run locally or shared with others.

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Usage

preswald export

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What it does

The export command creates a dist/ directory containing all the files needed to run your app as a static site. This includes:

  • Bundled Python code (via Pyodide)
  • Application data and DuckDB queries
  • UI components and assets
  • All necessary dependencies

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Features

  • Offline Support: The exported app works offline in any modern browser
  • Complete Bundle: Includes all Python code, data, and DuckDB queries
  • State Preservation: Maintains app UI, logic, and reactive state
  • Easy Sharing: Can be shared as a file folder or embedded in hosting platforms

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Output

The command generates a dist/ directory with the following structure:

dist/
├── index.html
├── assets/
    └── data/

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Use Cases

  • Deploying to static hosting platforms
  • Sharing your app with others
  • Running the app locally without a development server
  • Creating a standalone version of your application

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Notes

  • The exported app maintains all functionality of the development version
  • No server-side components are required to run the exported app
  • All data processing happens client-side using Pyodide