Supported files
See which file types work for storage, imports, previews, AI context, and exports—and where to use each one.
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Use this page to check which file types work for storage, imports, previews, AI context, and exports—and where each workflow starts.
File type reference
| Purpose | File types | Where to use them | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Store files with a record | The file picker doesn't restrict extensions | Open the record's Files tab, then select New File | Bidlo creates a file document for each selected file. Upload support doesn't guarantee a preview or AI-readable content. |
| Import a spreadsheet | .csv, .xlsx | Select New → Import → Spreadsheet | Bidlo uses the file to create a new page and collection. Review the preview and field mapping before completing the import. |
| Import map data | .kmz | Select New → Import → Map | Use a representative file first and confirm that its geographic features appear correctly. |
| Preview file content on cards | PDFs and image files | In view settings, set Card preview to Content | PDFs show a thumbnail of the first page; image files show the image itself. |
| Give a file to Bidlo AI | The Add file picker doesn't restrict extensions | In a chat prompt, select Add file | Confirm the attachment appears before sending. A successful attachment doesn't guarantee that Bidlo AI can extract every format. |
| Fill a PDF template with AI | .pdf with fillable AcroForm fields | Attach the PDF in the relevant chat or agent workflow | Scanned or flattened PDFs may not be fillable. |
| Export a table or view | .csv or Excel | Open the view or selection actions and choose the available download option | The export reflects the visible or selected scope, not necessarily the entire collection. |
| Export a map | .kml | Use the map export action | Open the downloaded file in a compatible mapping application and verify its contents. |
Understand the differences
- Upload stores a file in Bidlo. It doesn't promise that the file can be previewed, imported, or read by AI.
- Import turns a supported spreadsheet or map file into structured Bidlo data.
- Preview shows supported content visually without changing the original file.
- AI context gives Bidlo AI a source to inspect. Test one representative file when extraction or generation matters.
- Export downloads Bidlo data for use in another application.
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FAQs
If a file uploads successfully, can Bidlo always preview or read it?
No. Uploading stores the file, but preview, import, and AI extraction support can differ by format.
What is the difference between KML and KMZ in Bidlo?
Use .kmz for supported map imports and .kml for map exports.