How to Import PDF Files into reMarkable 2

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Importing PDF File onto reMarkable 2

Use the reMarkable desktop app or the reMarkable mobile app to transfer documents and ebooks onto your device. Once imported, your files will be synced across your connected devices. reMarkable works best with our custom-built apps for iPhone, Android, PC and Mac. You can locate the app at my.remarkable.com/myfiles. ProTip: You can also simply upload the file through the web interface. 

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Step 1: Download zip file from your account or order email. 

Step 2: Use your computer to extract the file from the zip.

Step 3: Sign into my.remarkable.com/myfiles with your account information.

Step 4: Upload the PDF Planner you choose to use. (What are the download options?) 

Additional resources from reMarkable support.

Using the import button

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  1. Open the reMarkable desktop app.
  2. Click the import button in the top center.
  3. Select a file from the browser menu, and click open.

or

Simply drag and drop

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  1. Simply drag a file into the application window and it will be transferred to your connected devices.

The file will sync automatically to your devices if you are connected to Wi-Fi.

Transferring files using The reMarkable Companion app

Import using iPhone

  1. Open a PDF or ePUB file.
  2. Tap the share icon in the Apple menu.
  3. Choose Import with reMarkable.

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Import using Android

Files can be imported with the Android app, either by importing in-app or by sharing a file to the app. See below.

Importing in-app

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  1. Tap the main menu (hamburger menu)
  2. Tap Import files
  3. Choose from your downloaded PDFs and ePUB files.
  4. Tap Accept to agree to give the app access to your files.

Import from file

  1. Open a PDF or ePUB file.
  2. Tap the Share icon.
  3. Choose Import with reMarkable.

 

File sync

Once imported, your files will be synced across all devices (app, desktop, and your reMarkable). There is a progress bar that monitors sync progress, as well as a “check sync” option.

Progress bar

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A progress bar will appear while your files are being synced or exported. You will also see a cloud connection status icon.

Check sync

In the event of a sync failure, there is an option to force sync.

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A “Check sync” option in the settings menu will help diagnose any sync issues.