What does the Output Data Tool do in Alteryx?

The Output Data Tool in Alteryx is specifically designed to export data to various file formats or databases. This functionality allows users to take the results of their data processing workflows—whether it's tables, summaries, or transformed datasets—and save them to an external destination where they can be accessed or utilized further. The tool supports multiple formats, such as Excel, CSV, and database tables, providing flexibility for data storage and subsequent analysis or sharing.

The other options refer to actions that either do not align with the tool's primary function or are covered by different tools within Alteryx. For instance, while connecting to data sources is crucial for gathering and analyzing data, it’s typically done through tools like the Input Data Tool. Similarly, importing external data into Alteryx is also performed with the Input Data Tool, which specifically caters to that need. Displaying data in grid format is generally handled in the interface's output view or with browsing tools, rather than being a function of the Output Data Tool itself.