---
id: GOV_OLD_EXCEL_EXPORT
type: standard
status: superseded
tier: T1
title: excel-export (old)
description: Previous excel-export governance (superseded).
applies_when:
  - "openpyxl"
  - "xlsxwriter"
  - "insert_cols"
  - "insert_rows"
  - "xlsx"
superseded_by: GOV_NEW_EXCEL_EXPORT
---

# excel-export (previous)

This document records the previous governance decision for the excel-export area. It states the recommended approach, the rationale behind it, and how to request an exception.

## Decision

- Adopt the documented pattern for this area.
- Prefer the recommended approach over ad-hoc alternatives.
- Record any deviation in the project decision record.
- Consult this page before related work begins.
