# What is an API export channel in Channable?

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Important: to access export channels, you need the [**Marketplaces standard**](https://www.channable.com/pricing) module.  
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In Channable there are two types of export channels: feeds, and APIs.

An API export channel offers a direct connection with the marketplace, allowing for quick updates of offer or product information. For more information about the difference between a Feed and an API, see this article: [quickstart](https://helpcenter.channable.com/list-advertise/quickstart "mention")

### Adding a new API

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In **\[your Project]**, navigate to **Channels** in the main menu.
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Click **Create channel.**
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In the channel overview, click on the search field at 'Channel' and search for the name of the marketplace that you want to use. You can also use the **Marketplaces** filter to explore your options.
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Click on the channel that you would like to use.
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For an overview of all API export channels we support and all specific API setup articles, see [what-api-marketplace-channels-does-channable-support](https://helpcenter.channable.com/list-advertise/sell-on-marketplaces/get-started-with-marketplaces/what-api-marketplace-channels-does-channable-support "mention").

Most API export channels also support an [order connection](https://helpcenter.channable.com/list-advertise/orders/order-connections/supported-marketplaces-for-order-connections).