Guidejar

How do I import steps from PDF or DOCX?

Learn how to import steps from Word document or PDF files to quickly convert your content into a structured guide

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Open the guide editor and click on “Import Steps”

Open the guide editor and click on **“Import Steps”**
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Choose “Import from PDF” (or DOCX)

Choose **“Import from PDF”** (or DOCX)
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Upload your file and select the import mode based on how you want your steps created:

  • One step per page → Converts each PDF page into a single step
  • AI Extract → Automatically analyzes and breaks content into multiple structured steps (uses AI credits)
Upload your file and select the import mode based on how you want your steps created:
- **One step per page** → Converts each PDF page into a single step
- **AI Extract** → Automatically analyzes and breaks content into multiple structured steps *(uses AI credits)*
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Click on "Upload & Extract Steps"

Click on "**Upload & Extract Steps**"
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Your file content will be automatically converted into steps

Your file content will be automatically converted into steps
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Choose where you want to insert them

Choose where you want to insert them
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You can select the steps you want to import and click “Import”

You can select the steps you want to import and click **“Import”**
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Tada! Your file is now converted into structured steps and added to the guide 🚀

Tada! Your file is now converted into structured steps and added to the guide 🚀
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Alternatively, you can import from DOCX—select your file and click “Upload & Extract Steps” (AI credits are required to parse the file and generate steps).

Alternatively, you can import from **DOCX**—select your file and click **“Upload & Extract Steps”** *(AI credits are required to parse the file and generate steps).*

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I also import steps with images from a PDF/DOCX?

    Yes, Guidejar reads your file and extracts both text and images. During import, you can map images to the relevant steps.

  • Can I create a complete guide by simply pasting text?

    Yes, you can do this using our Import Guide feature. This lets your quickly convert your content into a structured guide.