Import & Export
Bring existing architecture models into Kyb and export your views for presentations, documentation, and sharing.
Importing Archi Models
If you use the open-source Archi modelling tool, you can import your native .archimate file or an ArchiMate Open Exchange XML ( .xml ) file directly into Kyb. The import preserves:
- All elements with their ArchiMate types and properties
- All relationships between elements
- View definitions and their contents
To import, navigate to Settings > Projects and use the import section. Select your .archimate or .xml file and Kyb will parse, validate against standard XSD schemas (for XML), and load it into your project graph.
Idempotent re-import
Importing the same file again is safe. Kyb tracks each element by its Archi ID, so re-imports update existing entities rather than creating duplicates. This means you can continue working in Archi and periodically re-import to sync changes.
Exporting Views
Export the current view from the export menu in the Explorer toolbar. Three formats are available:
Scalable vector format. Ideal for embedding in documents, wikis, and presentations where you need crisp rendering at any size. Optionally includes a legend. Choose transparent or dark background.
Rasterised image at 2x resolution for sharp display on high-DPI screens. Good for screenshots, chat messages, and slide decks.
Mermaid flowchart markdown. Renders natively in GitHub, GitLab, Notion, and many documentation platforms. Great for embedding architecture diagrams in code repositories and technical docs.
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