How do I move from Notion to local files?
Export your Notion workspace as Markdown & CSV. Unzip the file and open the folder in Flashtype. Pages open as rich text, and databases open as tables.
- Simple. It needs no setup and no plugins.
- Your files. Plain Markdown and CSV. Other apps can open them.
- Reviewed AI edits. Keep or undo each agent change.
- Teams. Optional sync and real-time co-editing with LixRay.
Flashtype vs Notion vs AFFiNE
All three give you pages and tables. They differ in where your files live and which devices you use.
| Capability | Flashtype | Notion | AFFiNE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plain files on your disk | — | — | |
| Pages and tables | |||
| Claude Code and Codex built in | — | — | |
| Version control | Built in, no Git | Page history | Cloud history |
| Real-time co-editing | With LixRay | ||
| Platforms | macOS | Web, desktop, mobile | Web, desktop, mobile |
FAQ
- What is a good Notion alternative with local files?
- Flashtype is a simple, Notion-like editor for Mac. It keeps pages as Markdown files and tables as CSV files on your disk. Claude Code and Codex are built in, and version control works without Git.
- What does not carry over from a Notion export?
- Page text and database rows carry over as Markdown and CSV files. Notion-only features, such as permissions, comments, and database views, do not carry over.
- When should I stay with Notion?
- Stay with Notion if your team uses the web or phones, or depends on Notion integrations. Flashtype runs on macOS only.
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