Uploading Documents
Guidelines for uploading documents to your knowledge base.
Supported Formats
| Format | Extension | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Best support | ||
| Word | .docx | Good support |
| Text | .txt | Simple, reliable |
| Markdown | .md | Good for structured content |
| CSV | .csv | For tabular data |
File Size Limits
- Max file size: 50 MB per file
- Max files: 100 per knowledge base
- Total storage: Based on plan
Upload Process
- Select files: Drag and drop or click to browse
- Processing: Files are parsed and chunked
- Embedding: Chunks are converted to vectors
- Indexing: Vectors are stored for search
Processing time depends on file size:
- Small files (<1 MB): Seconds
- Medium files (1-10 MB): Minutes
- Large files (>10 MB): Several minutes
Document Preparation
PDF Best Practices
Do:
- Use text-based PDFs (not scanned images)
- Include clear headings
- Use standard fonts
Don't:
- Upload password-protected PDFs
- Include heavy graphics
- Use unusual encodings
Text Formatting
For best results:
# Product: Widget Pro
## Overview
The Widget Pro is our flagship product...
## Specifications
- Weight: 500g
- Dimensions: 10x10x5 cm
- Material: Aluminum
## FAQ
### How do I install Widget Pro?
Follow these steps...
### What is the warranty?
2 years limited warranty...
Bulk Upload
For many files:
- Zip files together
- Upload the ZIP
- Files are automatically extracted
Updating Documents
To update a document:
- Delete the old version
- Upload the new version
Note: Document IDs change on re-upload