How to Fix "Sketch Stuck on 'Saving' When Exporting Files"

Sketch can sometimes get stuck on Saving when exporting files, and this can be frustrating, especially when you're trying to save your progress.

The first thing to check is the file's location.

Make sure that you have write permissions for the folder where you're trying to save the exported file.

Sometimes, macOS may restrict permissions, especially if the folder is synced with a cloud service.

To fix this, check the file permissions by right-clicking on the destination folder and selecting Get Info.

Ensure that you have Read & Write access for the folder.

If permissions are correct, try exporting the file to a different location, such as your Desktop, to rule out folder-specific issues.

Another potential cause of export issues is a large number of artboards or complex elements within the file.

If the file is particularly large, try exporting smaller sections of the file one at a time.

You can also try exporting individual layers or groups instead of the entire artboard.

If Sketch continues to hang while saving, try closing any unnecessary programs to free up system resources.

Sketch requires both CPU and RAM to complete the export process, and insufficient system resources can cause it to hang.

You can check your system’s resource usage by opening the Activity Monitor and looking at the CPU and memory usage.

If these resources are maxed out, try closing other applications to allocate more resources to Sketch.

Additionally, ensure that Sketch is up-to-date, as updates often address performance and export issues.

If all else fails, consider reinstalling Sketch to ensure that the application is running smoothly.

Reinstalling will also clear any corrupted preferences or cache files that might be interfering with the export process.