Export and Sharing Guide
Learn how to export sermons in various formats and share content with others using PreachPilot's sharing features.
Export Options Overview
Available Formats
PDF Export
- Professional document formatting
- Optimized for printing and reading
- Preserves sermon structure and layout
- Suitable for handouts and distribution
Word Document Export
- Editable Microsoft Word format
- Compatible with most word processors
- Maintains block structure as sections
- Good for further editing and collaboration
Print Export
- Direct browser printing
- Clean, printer-friendly layout
- Removes interface elements
- Optimized for paper format
Subscription Requirements
Free Plan Limitations
- No export features available
- Upgrade required for any export functionality
- Content remains accessible within PreachPilot only
Paid Plan Benefits
- Full export capabilities
- All formats available
- Unlimited exports
- High-quality output
PDF Export Process
Generating PDFs
- Open sermon in editor or Pulpit Mode
- Click "Export" or "Download" button
- Select "PDF" from dropdown menu
- Document generates automatically
- Download begins when ready
PDF Features
Formatting
- Professional document layout
- Clear typography and spacing
- Proper heading hierarchy
- Consistent block formatting
Content Structure
- Sermon title and metadata
- Series information (if applicable)
- Scripture references
- All sermon blocks in order
- Proper page breaks and flow
Customization Options
- Automatic filename generation
- Standard page margins
- High-quality text rendering
- Print-ready formatting
Word Document Export
Creating Word Documents
- Access export options from sermon
- Select "Word Document" option
- Document generates with full formatting
- Download .docx file automatically
Word Document Features
Editable Format
- Fully editable in Microsoft Word
- Compatible with Google Docs and other processors
- Maintains formatting and structure
- Allows further customization
Document Structure
- Sermon title as main heading
- Series information prominently displayed
- Scripture references formatted consistently
- Block content as structured sections
Collaborative Benefits
- Share with team for editing
- Track changes and comments
- Version control capabilities
- Integration with existing workflows
Printing Options
Direct Print
- Open sermon in Pulpit Mode for best results
- Click "Print" option in settings
- Browser print dialog opens
- Select printer and options
- Print sermon with optimized layout
Print Optimization
Layout Features
- Removes interface elements
- Clean, readable typography
- Proper page breaks
- Margins optimized for reading
Print Settings
- Use portrait orientation
- Standard letter size recommended
- Consider font size for readability
- Preview before printing
Sharing Features
Public Sermon Sharing
Pulpit Mode Sharing
- Open sermon in Pulpit Mode
- Access settings panel
- Copy the provided share URL
- Share link with intended recipients
Share Link Benefits
- No login required for viewers
- Full Pulpit Mode functionality
- Read-only access to content
- Theme preferences per device
Team Collaboration
Internal Sharing
- Share with ministry team members
- Provide access for review and feedback
- Coordinate sermon development
- Enable collaborative planning
Guest Speaker Support
- Share complete sermons with visiting speakers
- Provide context and church information
- Include presentation guidelines
- Offer technical support resources
Sharing Best Practices
Security Considerations
- Share links are publicly accessible
- Don't include sensitive information in shared sermons
- Consider time-limited sharing for confidential content
- Monitor who has access to shared content
Content Preparation
- Review content before sharing
- Ensure accuracy and completeness
- Include necessary context for recipients
- Test shared links before distribution
Export Use Cases
Sermon Distribution
Congregation Access
- Provide printed copies for note-taking
- Email PDF versions to members
- Share for small group discussions
- Create study guides from content
Ministry Team Resources
- Share planning documents with staff
- Provide content for other ministry applications
- Create training materials from sermons
- Develop curriculum from sermon series
Personal Backup
Content Archival
- Export sermons for personal backup
- Maintain offline copies of important content
- Create historical sermon archives
- Preserve content independent of platform
Migration and Portability
- Export content when changing platforms
- Maintain sermon library across systems
- Share content with other preachers
- Create portable sermon collections
Technical Considerations
File Management
Automatic Naming
- Exported files use sermon titles as filenames
- Special characters are automatically handled
- Date stamps may be included
- Consistent naming conventions applied
File Sizes
- PDF files optimized for reasonable size
- Word documents maintain full fidelity
- Large sermons may take longer to generate
- Internet connection affects generation speed
Quality and Formatting
Export Fidelity
- Formatting preserved across all export types
- Block structure maintained in outputs
- Scripture references properly formatted
- Consistent typography and layout
Print Quality
- High-resolution text rendering
- Professional document appearance
- Optimized for standard paper sizes
- Clear and readable output
Troubleshooting Export Issues
Generation Problems
Export Not Starting
- Verify subscription plan includes export features
- Check internet connection
- Refresh page and try again
- Clear browser cache if needed
Large File Issues
- Very long sermons may take time to process
- Break extremely large content into sections
- Try during off-peak hours
- Contact support for persistent problems
Format-Specific Issues
PDF Problems
- Ensure browser allows downloads
- Check popup blockers
- Verify PDF viewer availability
- Try different browser if needed
Word Document Issues
- Confirm .docx format compatibility
- Check file association settings
- Verify Microsoft Word or compatible software
- Try opening in different applications
Sharing Problems
Link Not Working
- Verify link was copied completely
- Check recipient's internet connection
- Ensure sermon content is complete
- Generate new share link if needed
Access Issues
- Confirm sharing settings are correct
- Check that sermon is not private
- Verify recipient has proper permissions
- Test link from different device
Advanced Export Features
Batch Export
Multiple Sermon Export
- Select multiple sermons for export
- Generate combined documents
- Create series compilations
- Bulk backup operations
Series Export
- Export entire sermon series
- Maintain series structure and order
- Include series overview information
- Create comprehensive teaching resources
Custom Export Options
Template-Based Export
- Use export templates for consistent formatting
- Apply church branding to exported documents
- Customize headers and footers
- Include church contact information
Metadata Inclusion
- Include sermon creation dates
- Add author and speaker information
- Include scripture reference indices
- Provide content statistics
Integration Possibilities
External Applications
Presentation Software
- Import content into PowerPoint or Keynote
- Create sermon slides from exported content
- Maintain formatting across platforms
- Integrate with existing presentation workflows
Publishing Platforms
- Upload content to church websites
- Share through social media platforms
- Integrate with podcast production
- Create blog content from sermons
Workflow Integration
Ministry Planning
- Include exports in planning documents
- Share with worship teams and leaders
- Coordinate with church calendar
- Integrate with other ministry tools
Content Management
- Archive exports in church document systems
- Maintain historical sermon records
- Create searchable sermon databases
- Backup content across multiple systems
Future Export Enhancements
Planned Features
Additional Formats
- Plain text export options
- Rich text format (RTF) support
- HTML export for web publishing
- Audio export integration
Enhanced Customization
- Custom export templates
- Branding and styling options
- Layout customization tools
- Format-specific optimizations
Next Steps
- Explore Data Security and Privacy features
- Learn about Administrative capabilities
- Discover Integration and Workflow options
- Master Content Management techniques