> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://rive.app/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Exporting Names

> Make object names available at runtime

Object names are not available at runtime by default. Exporting a name makes an object's human-readable name accessible to runtimes.

You may want to export names when:

* Using a data binding enum to control a Solo.
* Referencing or controlling an object from a script.

> [!NOTE]
>
> Exporting names slightly increases file size. Only export names for objects you need to access at runtime.

## Export a name

![Export name](https://mintcdn.com/rive/QvDRO_pU9_Wo5m7c/images/editor/exporting/export-name.gif?s=f27aeccdbbff80f7500714ee5552ca11)

**1. Export the object name**

In the Hierarchy, right-click the object and select **Export Name**.

**2. Verify the name is exported**

Exported object names appear surrounded by brackets in the Hierarchy.

## Export all names

Exports the names of all objects in the file.

> [!WARNING]
>
> Exporting all names is not recommended because it will increase the size of your exported `.riv` file.

**1. Open Export Options**

Open the hamburger menu and select **Export Options**.

**2. Export all names**

Enable **Export All Names**.

## Remove name exports

Removes all exported names from the file.

**1. Open Export Options**

Open the hamburger menu and select **Export Options**.

**2. Remove exported names**

Select **Remove Name Exports**.