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title: "Generate WaterML Dataset Extracts"
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Create one-off dataset extracts in WaterML format.

**To create a dataset extract:**

**Step 1**

In the WaterML Datasets module select the dataset from which you want to extract data

**Step 2**

Click **Generate/Schedule WaterML Dataset Extract** and complete the following details:

| **Property** | **Description** |
| --- | --- |
| Start/End Date | Specify the start and end date of the period for which you want to extract data.<br>- If you leave the Start Date blank, it defaults to the End Date of the previous *Transferred* extract.
- If you leave the End Date blank, it defaults to the current date. |
| Include Transfer | Select this checkbox to automatically transfer the extract to the recipient after extraction. |
| Generate As | Specify the format in which to publish the status report. |
| Preview | Generate a data extract file on the local machine. The extracted file is stored in the /temp/rubicon/spool folder.<br>When an extract is scheduled, the process runs on the application server. |
| Publish Status | Optionally send or print a notification of the extract status. You can send a notification whatever the status, or only if there is an error. |
| Party and Email/Printer | If you are emailing or printing a status notification, specify the email recipient or the printer to use. |

**Step 3**

Click **Run Now** to create the extract, or click **Schedule** to schedule regular extracts. See <u>[Scheduling WaterML Dataset Extracts](https://rubiconwater.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/WDNC/pages/2053800284)</u> for details.

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