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Claude Project Files Extractor

Download/extract all files from a Claude project as a single ZIP

Author
sharmanhall
Daily installs
0
Total installs
5
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Version
3.0
Created
2025-07-02
Updated
2025-07-08
Size
20.3 KB
License
MIT
Applies to

Claude Project Files Extractor (ZIP Export)

A powerful Tampermonkey userscript that extracts all files from your Claude AI projects and downloads them as a single ZIP file with intelligent filename detection and content preservation.

Claude Project Files Extractor

🚀 Key Features

  • One-Click ZIP Export: Downloads all project files in a single convenient ZIP archive
  • Smart File Detection: Automatically finds and extracts project knowledge files from the sidebar
  • Intelligent Naming: Recognizes file types and preserves meaningful names:
    • Project_Instructions.txt for project prompts/custom instructions
    • document_name.pdf.txt for PDF content extracted as readable text
    • data_file.json for JSON files with proper extension
    • spreadsheet.xlsx.txt for Excel content as text
    • email.eml.txt for email files
  • Real-Time Progress: Button shows live status with clear progress messages
  • Robust Fallback: Falls back to individual file downloads if ZIP creation fails
  • Cross-Browser Compatible: Tested and works reliably in Chrome, Firefox, and Edge
  • Zero Configuration: Automatically loads required libraries (JSZip) from CDN

🎯 What Gets Exported

  • All Project Knowledge Files: Every file you've uploaded to the project knowledge base
  • Full Text Content: Extracts readable text from PDFs, Word docs, and other file types
  • Project Metadata: Export timestamp, project title, URL, and detailed file information
  • Clean Organization: Files are properly named and organized within the ZIP
  • Content Integrity: Preserves original file content without UI interference

📦 Export Format

Downloads a single ZIP file containing:

ProjectName_export_2025-01-08T10-30.zip
├── Project_Instructions.txt
├── user_manual.pdf.txt
├── config_data.json
├── meeting_notes.md
├── contact_list.csv
└── _export_metadata.json

🔧 How to Use

  1. Install the script via Tampermonkey/Greasemonkey
  2. Navigate to any Claude project (claude.ai/project/...)
  3. Look for the floating export button in the bottom-right corner
  4. Click "📁 Export Project Files" to start the process
  5. Watch the progress as files are detected, extracted, and packaged
  6. Download your ZIP automatically when complete!

💡 Button Status Messages

  • 🔄 Loading ZIP library... - Setting up export tools
  • 🔄 Scanning for files... - Finding all project files
  • 🔄 Creating ZIP (5 files)... - Packaging and compressing files
  • ✅ ZIP exported! (5 files) - Success! Download started
  • ❌ No files found - No extractable files detected in project

🛠️ Technical Details

  • Dynamic Library Loading: Loads JSZip library only when needed (no bloat)
  • Advanced Modal Interaction: Intelligently opens files and extracts content from preview dialogs
  • Smart Content Filtering: Removes UI elements and extracts only meaningful file content
  • Comprehensive Error Handling: Graceful fallback mechanisms and clear error reporting
  • Memory Efficient: Processes files sequentially to avoid browser memory limits
  • Detailed Logging: Console output for debugging and progress tracking

🎨 Perfect For

  • Project Backup: Safeguard your work before making major changes
  • Team Collaboration: Share complete project files with colleagues
  • Project Archival: Store completed projects for future reference
  • Account Migration: Move projects between different Claude accounts
  • Offline Access: Work with project content without internet access
  • Documentation: Create comprehensive project documentation packages
  • Version Control: Track project evolution over time

🔒 Privacy & Security

  • 100% Local Processing: All file extraction happens in your browser
  • No External Servers: Files transfer directly from Claude to your downloads
  • Zero Tracking: Script only interacts with Claude.ai pages you're viewing
  • Open Source Transparency: Full code available for review and customization
  • No Data Collection: Your files and data remain completely private

📋 Installation Requirements

  • Userscript Manager: Tampermonkey, Greasemonkey, or Violentmonkey
  • Modern Browser: Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, or Edge 90+
  • JavaScript Enabled: Required for script functionality
  • Claude AI Access: Valid account with project access

⭐ Why Choose This Script?

Unlike manual copy-paste or tedious individual downloads:

  • ✅ Massive Time Savings - Extract dozens of files in seconds vs hours of manual work
  • ✅ Perfect Organization - Maintains file structure, names, and metadata automatically
  • ✅ Universal Compatibility - Handles PDFs, docs, spreadsheets, code files, and more
  • ✅ Rock-Solid Reliability - Extensively tested across browsers and project types
  • ✅ Instant Setup - Works immediately after installation with zero configuration
  • ✅ Future-Proof - Automatically adapts to Claude UI changes

🆕 Version 3.0 Highlights

  • Major Rewrite: Complete overhaul of file detection and extraction logic
  • Better Filenames: Dramatically improved filename extraction and cleaning
  • Enhanced Content Detection: More reliable content extraction from various modal types
  • Robust Error Handling: Better recovery from failed extractions
  • Improved Logging: Detailed console output for troubleshooting

Transform your Claude project management workflow with this essential productivity tool! Save hours of manual work and ensure you never lose valuable project content again.

🐛 Support & Feedback

Having issues? Check the browser console for detailed logs, and feel free to report bugs or suggest improvements!