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Re: import a document from word to paper

import a document from word to paper

royd1000
Explorer | Level 4
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Hello,

I think I had this usefull feature before and i can't find it now.

How do I import a word document to paper ?

Thanks


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peytonstafford
Helpful | Level 6
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Yes, it does. Screen Shot 2019-11-06 at 11.43.18 AM.pngScreen Shot 2019-11-06 at 11.43.18 AM.png

Jane
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Great @peytonstafford; we’re almost there! 
 
Let me trace our discussion back to the starting point, in order to ensure we’ve covered everything. 
 

It does not open the document in Paper for collaborative editing

Once you Insert you .docx file within Paper, this will automatically be uploaded to Dropbox & once you click on the preview, you’ll be given the option to “View on Dropbox”. :right_arrow: Once you click there, you’ll see the Open button that will let you edit a live version of the file.  
 

 I copied and pasted in a resume, and the formatting is all off. 
When you copy & paste the contents of a .docx file in a Paper doc however, some formatting may have to be adjusted as you're switching platforms. In order to help you expedite matters, can I have you check the Paper shortcuts on the bottom-right hand corner? You should see them next to the "?" button.  
 
Please let me know if you’d like me to explain any of the above in more detail. Thanks again for your ongoing cooperation! 

 


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jewl
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Not the previous poster, but I have the same question.

When I insert the file in the paper document and then select the "Open" button I have other options but not paper:

open.jpg

 

Also I do have a "keyboard shortcuts" icon next to the ? icon in the bottom right corner of the paper document.

I would love to use paper instead of word, but this is the one thing I'd want to be able to do - if paper could import and export a docx as easily as with google docs (maintain formatting, headings), I'd go with paper no question. Otherwise I'll stick with the current system.

Jane
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Hey @jewl, thanks for joining the discussion here! 
 
Rephrasing from my previous message, you may have to fine-tune formatting along the way as you import your docs to Paper, however I understand that you'd like to automate that as much as possible.
 
While we’ve explored how to use all features currently available, it looks like editing existing docs in Paper is important to you, so I’d encourage you to post your thoughts on the Paper Ideas section. Other Community members could be aligned & upvote your post there to show their support. 
 
Please let me know if you need further assistance from me in any way & I’ll follow-up soon.
 
Thanks again! 

 


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