Export Semantic Layer & Agents

Actian AI Analyst supports exporting your semantic layer & agent configurations in multiple formats for backup, migration, or integration with other tools.

Export Formats

Format	File Type	Use Case	Lossless
Actian AI Analyst Lossless	YAML, JSON, Excel	Backups, migrations between Actian AI Analyst environments	Yes
OSI (Open Semantic Interchange)	YAML	Interoperability with other BI tools and AI agents	No
dbt MetricFlow	-	Integration with dbt (coming soon)	No

How to Export

1. Go to Studio > Settings > Export Data

2. Click Request Export

3. Select your format:

   • Actian AI Analyst Lossless - For backups (choose YAML, JSON, or Excel)

   • OSI - For interoperability (YAML only)

4. Click Export

5. You'll receive an email when the export is ready

6. Download from the Export Data page

Notes

• All export operations are logged in the Audit Log

• Export files are available for download for 1 hour

• Large environments may take a few minutes to process