Which FormsCentral Subscriptions Support Exporting Data to Excel or CSV?
Question details
The user wants to know which FormsCentral subscription plans include the feature to export form response data to Excel, CSV, or PDF formats.

- Product
- FormsCentral
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Looking to download and export collected form responses for external data analysis and record keeping.
- Observed behavior
- The user needs to confirm if their current or prospective FormsCentral subscription level allows them to successfully export form data to standard spreadsheet formats.
Ensure you have access to your FormsCentral account credentials and verify that your forms have already collected the respondent data you wish to export.
Verify Plan and Export FormsCentral Responses
Confirm your subscription tier and use the built-in export functionality to download your data.
Both FormsCentral Basic and FormsCentral Plus subscriptions fully support exporting your collected form response data. You do not need to upgrade beyond the Basic plan to access the Excel, CSV, or PDF export features.
Sign in to your FormsCentral account and navigate to your account settings to ensure you are subscribed to either the Basic or Plus plan.
Go to your dashboard and click on the specific form containing the response data you wish to download.
Navigate to the responses tab and select the export option. Choose Excel, CSV, or PDF from the format dropdown to save the file to your computer.

Collect and Analyze Form Data for Free with WPS Office
If you are looking for an accessible way to manage form responses and analyze data, WPS Office provides built-in tools like WPS Spreadsheet to effortlessly handle exported CSV and Excel files without expensive subscriptions.
- 1. Download and Install WPS Office: Get the free WPS Office suite from the official website and install it on your device.
- 2. Open Your Exported Data: Launch WPS Spreadsheet and locate the Excel or CSV file you exported from your form tool.
- 3. Analyze and Edit: Use powerful built-in charts, pivot tables, and formulas to analyze your form responses effortlessly.

Frequently Asked Questions
Can I export FormsCentral data to PDF?
Yes, alongside Excel and CSV formats, both FormsCentral Basic and Plus subscriptions allow you to export your form responses as PDF files for easy sharing, archiving, and printing.
What if my exported CSV file formatting looks broken?
If your CSV file text appears grouped into a single column, you can use the 'Text to Columns' feature in spreadsheet software like WPS Spreadsheet or Microsoft Excel to correctly separate the data based on commas.
Do I need a paid spreadsheet program to open the exported Excel file?
No, you do not need a paid program. You can easily open, edit, and analyze the exported .xlsx or .csv files using free software alternatives like WPS Office.




