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Bulk Upload User Guide
Bulk Upload User Guide

This guide walks through how to use Bulk Upload, including useful tips and FAQs around process and best practices.

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Written by Chad Blumenthal
Updated this week

Bulk Upload is designed for high-volume firms to efficiently create multiple jobs at once using an Excel or CSV file. This guide covers the step-by-step process and best practices for a seamless experience. To see if you qualify for Bulk Upload, please reach out to support@proofserve.com.

Table of Contents

    • Spreadsheet Requirements

    • PDF File Naming

    • Access Bulk Upload

    • Initial Setup

    • Validation and Correction

    • Creating Jobs

    • Monitoring Progress


1) Key Features

  • 🚀 Faster uploads – 4x speed boost saves you hours

  • πŸ” Fix errors upfront – Catch issues before submission with error validation

  • πŸ˜„ Upload in the background – No need to stay on the page during processsing

  • ❌ Automatic PDF de-duplication: Duplicate PDFs will be removed automatically.

  • 🟒 Real-time progress updates – See the status of uploads as jobs process

  • 🏠 Same address support: Supports multi-servee jobs with a same address


2) Preparing Your Files

Spreadsheet Requirements

  • Download and use the official template

  • Ensure each job has a corresponding file with a matching billing number

  • Fill in all required fields

  • Verify data accuracy before upload

PDF File Naming

Your PDF filenames must include the billing number followed by either a space or underscore:

  • Example with space: 9872399 Cover_Letter.pdf

  • Example with underscore: 9872399_Cover_Letter.pdf


3) Step-by-Step Upload Process

πŸ“Ή Watch this demo for a quick walkthrough! [link]

1. Access Bulk Upload

  1. Log in to the Proof platform at https://app.proofserve.com

  2. Navigate to "New Bulk Upload" in the sidebar

  3. Click "Create Job " in the top right corner

2. Initial Setup

  1. Upload your spreadsheet (CSV, XLS, or XLSX)

  2. Upload your PDF documents

  3. Validate the data in the table looks accurate

  4. Click the "Upload" button

3. Validation and Correction

If the system finds errors:

  • Click "Only Show Invalid" to filter problematic rows

  • Look for cells with error indicators

  • Click the edit icon on invalid cells

  • Enter corrected information

  • Save your changes

4. Creating Jobs

  • Verify that both Jobs and Documents show green checkmarks

  • Click "Upload"

  • Select the Job Owner from the dropdown

  • Choose Payment Method if multiple options exist

  • Click "Create Jobs" when status shows "READY"

5. Monitoring Progress

Track job creation through status indicators:

  • 🟑 In Progress

  • βœ… Success

  • ❌ Failed

Successfully created jobs will display a direct link in the Servee Name column. Jobs upload asynchronously, meaning you can switch to another tab and come back later once the processing is finished!


4) Troubleshooting

Missing Files

  • Confirm that PDF filenames contain the correct billing number

  • Check for proper spacing or underscore after the billing number

Upload Failures

  • Verify all files are in PDF format

  • Ensure your spreadsheet follows the required template

  • Check that all required fields are completed

Same Address Serves

  • The system supports multiple servee jobs at the same address

  • No special formatting required

  • Ensure the SAME_ADDRESS_INDEX column includes the billing number of the same address job


5) Additional Support

If you need assistance:

  • Review the error messages for specific guidance

  • Contact the Proof Customer Experience Team for help at support@proofserve.com


6) FAQ

Question

Answer

1

What file formats can I use for the spreadsheet?

CSV, XLS, and XLSX files are supported.

2

Can I edit data after uploading?

Yes, you can edit errors in the web-based table before final job creation.

3

Can one job have multiple PDFs?

Yes, as long as each PDF filename contains the correct billing number.

4

How do I know if my upload succeeded?

Successfully created jobs will show a direct link in the Servee Name column, and you'll receive a confirmation message.

5

What happens to duplicate PDFs?

The system automatically removes duplicate PDFs, but duplicate rows in your spreadsheet will remain.

6

Where do I find the Bulk Upload template?

7

I don’t see the Bulk Upload option. How can I get access?

Bulk Upload is available to firms with high-volume job needs. If you don’t see it in your account, contact the Proof Customer Experience Team to check eligibility and enable access at support@proofserve.com.

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