Import Files

Orbit can import files into a workspace and can convert some files into editable notes.

Import from your computer

1. Open the target workspace and folder.
2. Choose Import.
3. Drag files into the modal or choose files from your computer.
4. Choose whether to convert supported files into notes.
5. Import.

Import from OneDrive or SharePoint

When available, the import modal includes OneDrive and SharePoint tabs.

1. Open Import.
2. Choose OneDrive or SharePoint.
3. Select a library or location.
4. Browse to the file.
5. Select supported files.
6. Import.

Convert into editable notes

Orbit can convert these local file types into editable notes:

• .docx
• .pdf
• .md
• .markdown
• .mdown
• .mkd
• .txt

From OneDrive or SharePoint, cloud conversion supports:

• .docx
• .pdf

Local conversion has a 10 MB file size limit. Larger files can be uploaded as-is if the workspace allows it.

Upload as-is

Use upload as-is when the file should remain a file rather than become an editable Orbit note.

Empty OneDrive files on Windows

If a OneDrive file exists only as a cloud placeholder on your computer, import may report that the file is empty. In File Explorer, right-click the file, choose Always keep on this device, then try again.

After import

After importing, review the converted note. Conversion preserves useful text and structure, but it cannot perfectly reproduce every layout from a PDF or Word document.