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Upload your first proof

Add artwork to a project and check you've uploaded the right file.

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Use this when

  • You have artwork ready and an empty project to put it in.

Steps

  1. 1
    Start from the project
    • Open your project.
    • If it's empty, click Upload proof.
    • You can also use + Add at the top of the project.
  2. 2
    Add your file
    • Drag your file into the Upload files and folders window, or click click to browse files.
    • Wait while it shows Getting file information....
    • Check the name, then click Upload.
  3. 3
    Wait for it to finish
    • Your upload shows in the Uploads panel in the bottom corner.
    • It fills up as it uploads, then shows Saving….
    • When it says Open proof, click it.
  4. 4
    Check it's the right file
    • At the top, check the file name.
    • Check the version (V1 for a first upload).

Don't miss

  • An Illustrator (.ai) file won't upload. You'll see Oops! File type not supported.
  • Export a PDF first, then try again.
  • Accepted files: PNG, JPG, WEBP, PSD and PDF, plus MP4 and WEBM on plans with video.

You're done when

  • Your proof opens.
  • It's the file you meant to send, at the right version.
Next lesson
Share one proof or a whole project
Invite someone to a whole project, or send a link to just one proof.
Read the transcript

Here's how to upload your first proof, and check that it opened correctly. Open your project. If it's empty, click Upload proof. Drag your file into the window, or click to browse. GoVisually reads the file. Check the name, then click Upload. Your upload appears in the bottom corner. It fills up as it goes, then saves. When it says Open proof, click it. Now make sure it's the right file. Check the name and the version at the top. One thing to watch. An Illustrator file won't upload. Export a PDF first, then try again. You're done when your proof opens, and it's the file you meant to send. Next: how to share it with your reviewers.