How to Export Collections in Postman
- George Apostolov
How to Export Collections in Postman: step-by-step guide
On Postman's main workspace, go to the left-side panel and click 'Collections'.
Hover your mouse cursor over the collection you want to export, then click the 'View More Actions' button next to it.
After that, select 'Export' from the list of options.
Pick your preferred collection format.
Once done, tap 'Export' to save the selected collection to your local storage.
Quick answer: To export collections in Postman, go to the left-side panel, click Collections, and select View More Actions for your chosen collection. Next, select Export, choose your preferred collection format, and tap Export to save the collection to your local storage.
About this Postman tutorial
Save your Postman collections locally by selecting View More Actions, choosing Export, and picking your preferred format. This guide shows how to export Collections in Postman in 5 steps, starting with "On Postman's main workspace, go to the left-side panel and click 'Collections'" and finishing with "Once done, tap 'Export' to save the selected collection to your local storage". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Postman interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to export Collections in Postman?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Postman data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Postman. Related guides: How to Fork a Collection in Postman, How to Import Collections in Postman and How to Join a Team Workspace in Postman. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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