> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Exporting Names

> Make object names available at runtime

Object names are not available at runtime by default. Exporting a name makes an object's human-readable name accessible to runtimes.

You may want to export names when:

* Using a data binding enum to control a Solo.
* Referencing or controlling an object from a script.

<Note>
  Exporting names slightly increases file size. Only export names for objects you need to access at runtime.
</Note>

## Export a Name

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/rive-transitions-2/RVzTL3yYggO5OStL/images/editor/exporting/export-name.gif?s=86bc30fe1e1d8b79d0f70194d4021a0a" alt="Export name" width="640" height="386" data-path="images/editor/exporting/export-name.gif" />

<Steps>
  <Step title="Export the object name">
    In the Hierarchy, right-click the object and select **Export Name**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify the name is exported">
    Exported object names appear surrounded by brackets in the Hierarchy.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Export All Names

Exports the names of all objects in the file.

<Warning>
  Exporting all names is not recommended because it will increase the size of your exported `.riv` file.
</Warning>

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Export Options">
    Open the hamburger menu and select **Export Options**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Export all names">
    Enable **Export All Names**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Remove Name Exports

Removes all exported names from the file.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Export Options">
    Open the hamburger menu and select **Export Options**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Remove exported names">
    Select **Remove Name Exports**.
  </Step>
</Steps>