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Your Collection, Professionally Documented
Export your WhiskeyMate collection to PDF for sharing or personal archiving
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<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Premium users have the option to export their entire collection—or selected parts of it—into a beautifully formatted PDF. Whether you want to showcase your bottles to friends, keep a record for personal use, or share your meticulously curated lineup with fellow enthusiasts, WhiskeyMate ensures you always look your best on paper.</p>
<h2>Key Highlights</h2>
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<li><strong>Professionally Formatted PDFs</strong>: High-quality layouts that include bottle names, photos (if selected), important stats, and custom notes.</li>
<li><strong>Selective Export</strong>: Choose which fields to include (e.g., brand, ABV, price, flavor notes) so the final document matches your needs.</li>
<li><strong>Easy Sharing</strong>: Send your PDF via email, messaging apps, or cloud storage links—great for trades, collaborations, or friendly show-and-tell.</li>
<li><strong>Archiving & Backup</strong>: Keep a local copy of your collection offline, perfect for personal records or insurance documentation.</li>
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<h2>Platform Details</h2>
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<li><strong>iOS</strong>: <em>Implemented</em> in version 1.10 (released April 1, 2024).</li>
<li><strong>Android</strong>: <em>In development</em>, version 1.0 planned for March 1, 2025.</li>
<li><strong>Web</strong>: <em>In development</em>, version 1.0 scheduled for September 1, 2025.</li>
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<h2>How to Export Your Collection</h2>
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<li><strong>Upgrade to Premium</strong>: Ensure you have a Premium subscription. This feature is exclusively available to Premium users.</li>
<li><strong>Navigate to Collection View</strong>: Select the collection you’d like to export.</li>
<li><strong>Choose Export Option</strong>: Look for a <em>"Export to PDF"</em> or similar button—depending on your platform, it may appear in a menu or toolbar.</li>
<li><strong>Select Fields</strong>: Decide which details (e.g., brand, proof, flavor notes, etc.) you want included. Preview if available.</li>
<li><strong>Generate & Share</strong>: Tap <em>Generate</em> or <em>Export</em>. Once the PDF is created, you can save it locally or share via email/social apps.</li>
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<h2>Tips & Best Practices</h2>
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<li><strong>Preview First</strong>: If your device supports previews, quickly glance through the layout and chosen fields before finalizing the PDF.</li>
<li><strong>Limit Images</strong>: Including too many high-resolution images can increase file size. Balance visuals with readability if you plan to share widely.</li>
<li><strong>Keep Data Accurate</strong>: Make sure your bottles have the correct details before exporting—this ensures the PDF is a reliable snapshot.</li>
<li><strong>Revisit as Needed</strong>: Update your exported PDFs periodically as your collection evolves or you acquire new bottles.</li>
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