Descript Export Button Greyed Out
Quick answer
The Export button is disabled while a file is still uploading or processing; hover it to see which file blocks it, then replace that file.
Most likely fix: Find and replace the blocking file
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Find and replace the blocking file
- Hover over Export to see the file
- Open Project panel > Files and look for a red or caution icon
- Click the ellipsis > Replace > Replace file and choose the same file; your edits are kept
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Export or Publish cannot be clicked.
Why it happens
- A file has not finished uploading or processing
- A file with a red or caution icon
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