Core Concepts

Export Formats

Learn about the different export formats EpicContext supports: Markdown, llms.txt, JSON API, and CONTEXT folder sync.

EpicContext's core principle is store once, export everywhere. Your structured content can be exported in multiple formats optimized for different consumers.

Available Formats

Markdown

Human-readable documentation generated from your blocks. Great for:

  • Sharing with team members who don't use EpicContext
  • Including in repositories as documentation
  • Generating PDFs or static sites

Each block type has a markdown template that renders its fields in a clean, readable format.

llms.txt

A specialized format optimized for Large Language Model consumption. The llms.txt format:

  • Uses structured sections with clear delimiters
  • Includes relationship metadata between blocks
  • Prioritizes information density over readability
  • Follows the emerging llms.txt standard
# EpicContext Project: My Product
> Product context documentation

## Brand
### Brand Positioning
Target audience: ...
Value proposition: ...

The llms.txt format is publicly accessible via API, so AI agents can fetch your product context at any time.

JSON API

Full structured access to your blocks via the REST API. Use this for:

  • Building custom integrations
  • Syncing with other tools
  • Programmatic content updates

CONTEXT Folder

A file-based export that creates a structured folder of markdown files, designed to live in your code repository:

CONTEXT/
├── AI-GUIDE.md          # Auto-generated navigation for AI agents
├── brand/
│   ├── brand-overview.md
│   └── tone-of-voice.md
├── product/
│   └── features/
│       └── my-feature.md
├── users/
│   └── personas/
│       └── primary-user.md
└── technical/
    └── technology-stack.md

Best for AI coding agents

The CONTEXT folder export is the recommended approach for Claude Code and Cursor. The AI-GUIDE.md file serves as an entry point that helps agents navigate your documentation efficiently.

Choosing the Right Format

FormatBest ForAccess Method
MarkdownHuman documentationExport from settings
llms.txtAI agent consumptionPublic URL endpoint
JSON APIProgrammatic integrationsREST API with key
CONTEXT folderAI coding assistantsExport to repository

Bidirectional Sync

The CONTEXT folder supports bidirectional sync — you can edit markdown files locally and import changes back into EpicContext:

  1. Export your project to a CONTEXT folder
  2. Edit files locally (or let AI agents edit them)
  3. Import changes back via Settings > Export/Import

This enables a workflow where AI agents can both read and contribute to your product context.

Last updated: 2026-02-18