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File Format Requirements for N-Spec

N-Spec accepts different file formats depending on the type of document you're uploading. Here's what you need to know:

Specification/Claims Files:

  • Preferred format: .docx (Microsoft Word)
  • Also supported: .pdf
  • Note: .docx files generally provide better results as they allow for more reliable text extraction

Drawing/Figure Files:

  • Preferred format: .vsdx (Microsoft Visio)
  • Also supported: .pdf, .pptx (PowerPoint)

Why .docx is Preferred:

  1. More reliable text extraction
  2. Better preservation of document structure
  3. More accurate section recognition
  4. Improved claim parsing accuracy

Common File Format Issues and Solutions:

1. Document Structure Issues

  • If you encounter errors, try saving your document again as a fresh .docx file
  • Alternatively, copy all text and paste into a new .docx document

2. File Access Issues

  • Close any open documents before uploading to N-Spec
  • For Windows users: You must close the document before re-uploading it
  • For MacOS users: You can keep documents open while uploading

3. Large Documents

  • N-Spec can handle specifications up to 100+ pages
  • Larger documents may take longer to process
  • Complex documents (e.g., those with many mathematical equations) may require additional processing time

If you continue experiencing issues with file formats or uploads, please contact support for assistance.