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How to Use File Management

My Files is Bramework’s file management system for uploading, organizing, and using documents to enhance AI-powered content creation.

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Written by Handy Metellus
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Overview

My Files is Bramework's integrated file management system that allows you to upload, organize, and use documents to enhance your AI-powered content creation. By providing context files, you can help the AI better understand your brand, products, research, and specific requirements to generate more accurate and relevant content.

Table of Contents

11. FAQs

What is My Files?

My Files is your centralized document repository within Bramework that serves two main purposes:

1. Document Storage: Securely store and organize your important documents

2. AI Context Enhancement: Use documents to provide context for AI-generated content

Benefits of Using File Management

  • πŸ“š Better AI Context: Provide background information for more accurate content

  • 🎯 Brand Consistency: Upload brand guidelines, style guides, and voice documents

  • πŸ” Research Integration: Include research papers, reports, and data

  • πŸ“ Template Reference: Store content templates and examples

  • 🎡 Audio Transcription: Automatic transcription of audio files for content creation

  • πŸ”’ Secure Storage: Your files are securely stored and only accessible to you

Supported File Types

Documents

  • πŸ“„ PDF (.pdf) - Up to 10MB

  • πŸ“ Word Documents (.doc, .docx) - Up to 10MB

  • πŸ“‹ Text Files (.txt) - Up to 10MB

Audio Files (with Auto-Transcription)

  • 🎡 MP3 (.mp3) - Up to 25MB

  • 🎡 MP4 Audio (.mp4, .m4a) - Up to 25MB

  • 🎡 WAV (.wav) - Up to 25MB

  • 🎡 MPEG (.mpeg, .mpga) - Up to 25MB

  • 🎡 WebM (.webm) - Up to 25MB

Accessing My Files

You can access My Files from multiple locations throughout Bramework:

1. Dedicated Files Page

Navigate to My Files from the main menu to access your complete file library.

2. From the Post Builder

Access files through the Knowledge Base feature in the Instructions tab.

3. From the Chat Interface

Click the attachment/paperclip icon to access and attach files.

4. From AI Writing Tools

Various AI tools allow file context through their respective interfaces.

Uploading Files

Method 1: Drag and Drop

1. Open My Files or any file upload area

2. Drag files from your computer

3. Drop them in the designated upload zone

4. Files upload automatically with progress indicators

Method 2: Click to Browse

1. Click the "Upload Files" button or upload area

2. Select files from your computer's file browser

3. Click "Open" to start uploading

Method 3: Quick Upload from Tools

When in Post Builder or other tools:

1. Click "Choose Files" in the Knowledge Base section

2. Navigate to the "Upload New File" tab

3. Upload directly without leaving your current work

Upload Progress and Feedback

  • βœ… Green notification for successful uploads

  • ❌ Red notification for failed uploads with error details

  • πŸ“Š Progress bar during upload

  • πŸ“‹ File size validation before upload

Managing Your Files

File Grid View

Your files are displayed in an organized grid showing:

  • File type icon

  • File name

  • Upload date

  • File size

  • Quick actions

File Actions

Viewing File Details

Click on any file to view:

  • Full file name

  • Upload date and time

  • File size

  • File type

  • Usage history

Deleting Files

1. Hover over the file

2. Click the trash icon or "Delete" button

3. Confirm deletion when prompted

⚠️ Warning: Deleted files cannot be recovered and will be removed from any active contexts.

Searching Files

Use the search bar to quickly find files by:

  • File name

  • File type

  • Content (for text-based files)

File Organization

Filtering

  • All Files: View everything

  • Documents: Show only PDFs, Word docs, and text files

  • Audio: Show only audio files with transcriptions

  • Recently Used: Files used in the last 7 days

Using Files as Context

In Post Builder

1. Enable Knowledge Base in the Instructions tab

2. Click "Choose Files"

3. Select relevant files from your library

4. The AI will reference these files when generating content

Context File Benefits

Brand Guidelines Example:

  • Upload your brand style guide

  • AI maintains consistent tone and voice

  • Proper use of brand terminology

Product Information Example:

  • Upload product specifications

  • AI includes accurate details

  • Technical accuracy maintained

Research Papers Example:

  • Upload relevant research

  • AI cites and references appropriately

  • Fact-based content generation

Managing Context Files

Adding Files to Context

1. Click the file checkbox to select

2. Multiple files can be selected

3. Click "Done" to confirm selection

Removing Files from Context

1. Click the X next to the file name

2. Or deselect in the file chooser

3. Changes apply immediately

Knowledge Base Feature

The Knowledge Base is an advanced feature that enhances AI writing with your uploaded documents.

Requirements

  • Available with AI Agent access plans

  • Requires active subscription

  • Limited by plan file storage limits

How It Works

1. Upload relevant documents

2. Select files as context for your writing

3. AI analyzes the content

4. Generates content informed by your files

Use Cases

Company Documentation

  • About Us pages

  • Mission statements

  • Company history

  • Team bios

Product Content

  • Product descriptions

  • Technical specifications

  • User manuals

  • Feature lists

Educational Content

  • Course materials

  • Research papers

  • Case studies

  • White papers

Best Practices

1. File Naming Conventions

  • βœ… Use descriptive names: "2024-brand-guidelines-v2.pdf"

  • ❌ Avoid generic names: "document1.pdf"

  • βœ… Include dates for versioning: "product-specs-2024-03.docx"

  • βœ… Use hyphens or underscores: "user-manual-section-1.txt"

2. File Organization Tips

  • Regular Cleanup: Delete outdated files monthly

  • Version Control: Keep only the latest versions

  • Relevant Content: Upload only files you'll actually use

  • File Size: Optimize PDFs to reduce size when possible

3. Context Selection Strategy

  • Relevance: Only select files directly related to your current task

  • Quantity: 3-5 context files usually provide optimal results

  • Quality: Well-structured documents yield better AI outputs

  • Updates: Refresh context files when information changes

4. Audio File Best Practices

  • Clear Audio: Ensure good recording quality for accurate transcription

  • Segmentation: Break long recordings into topical segments

  • Naming: Include speaker and topic in filename

  • Format: MP3 provides good quality with smaller file sizes

Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

Upload Failures

Problem: File won't upload Solutions:

  • Check file size (10MB for documents, 25MB for audio)

  • Verify file type is supported

  • Check internet connection

  • Try a different browser

Transcription Errors

Problem: Audio transcription is inaccurate Solutions:

  • Ensure clear audio quality

  • Remove background noise

  • Use supported audio formats

  • Break into smaller segments

File Not Found

Problem: Previously uploaded file is missing Solutions:

  • Check if accidentally deleted

  • Refresh the page

  • Clear browser cache

  • Contact support if issue persists

Security and Privacy

Data Protection

  • πŸ”’ Files are encrypted in transit and at rest

  • πŸ” Only accessible with your account credentials

  • πŸ›‘οΈ Isolated from other users' data

  • πŸ“Š Regular security audits

File Retention

  • Files remain until manually deleted

  • No automatic expiration

  • Included in account data exports

  • Covered by Bramework's privacy policy

FAQs

Q: How many files can I upload?

A: File limits depend on your subscription plan. Check your account settings for current limits.

Q: Can I share files with team members?

A: Currently, files are private to your account. Team sharing is planned for future updates.

Q: Are my files used to train AI models?

A: No, your uploaded files are only used to provide context for your content generation and are not used for AI training.

Q: Can I recover deleted files?

A: Unfortunately, deleted files cannot be recovered. Always download important files as backup.

Q: What happens to my files if I cancel my subscription?

A: You'll have 30 days to download your files before account closure.

Q: Can I upload files in other languages?

A: Yes, files in any language can be uploaded. AI performance may vary with non-English content.

Q: Is there an API for file management?

A: Not at this time.

Tips for Success

Getting Started

1. Upload your brand guidelines first

2. Create a folder structure mentally (coming soon as a feature)

3. Test with a few files before bulk uploading

4. Use context files in your next writing project

Advanced Usage

1. Combine multiple file types for comprehensive context

2. Update files regularly to maintain accuracy

3. Experiment with different context combinations

4. Track which files produce the best results

Productivity Tips

1. Batch Upload: Uploading multiple files at once is not yet available

2. Quick Access: Keep frequently used files at the top

3. Clean Regularly: Remove outdated files monthly

4. Name Smartly: Use searchable, descriptive names


Need more help? Contact our support team at support@bramework.com or visit our help center.

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