How to export Current Selections ?

[herard_bertrand]

Hello,

is there a way to quickly export all selections on all fields in an application on Qlik Sense in Qlik Cloud ?

Best regards

[anat · Accepted solution]

you might be to use getfieldselections() / getcurrentselections() within a textbox and to set there the third / fourth parameter to an appropriate value then export 

[Scotchy · Accepted solution]

In Qlik Sense, especially in the Qlik Cloud environment, exporting all selections made across various fields in an application isn't a straightforward, single-click process. However, there are ways to approach this, depending on your exact needs and technical setup:

1. Manual Approach:

• Using Bookmarks: If you have a set of selections that you frequently use, you can create bookmarks. These bookmarks store the current state of selections and can be shared or exported. However, this is more practical for predefined selections rather than dynamically changing ones.
• Screenshots or Reports: For a visual record, you could take screenshots of your selections or use the reporting feature in Qlik Sense to create reports that include the current selections.

2. Using Extensions or Widgets:

• Custom Extensions: There are community-developed extensions for Qlik Sense that can enhance its functionality. Some extensions might allow for the export of selections, but these would need to be compatible with Qlik Cloud.
• Third-Party Tools: Integration with third-party BI tools or custom scripts might offer more flexibility in exporting selections.

3. API Approach:

• Qlik Engine API: The Qlik Engine API, which communicates using JSON, can be used to programmatically retrieve the current state of an application, including selections. This requires a good understanding of Qlik's APIs and some programming skills.
• Automation Scripts: Scripts (in Python, for example) can interact with the Qlik Engine API to fetch and export the selection states. This method offers the most flexibility but requires the highest technical effort.