Build your file converter.

How to build your file converter

1. 1

   Describe the job

   Build a file converter around supported formats, conversion jobs and usable downloads.

2. 2

   Review the first version

   Choose how the file owner records the input file and how the conversion reviewer reviews the next step.

3. 3

   Refine the views

   Ask First to adjust the fields and views for the people who will use the app.

4. 4

   Test before sharing

   Walk through the process with a sample record and check who owns the next action.

What to include in your file converter

• Keep the input file in context

  Keep input file, source format, target format, conversion job, validation and download together so the next person can understand the request or record.

• When the next step needs a decision

  A converted sample omits a table that was present in the source. Keep the output unaccepted and provide the source/output comparison for review.

• Keep download visible

  Check the converted output before marking the download ready.

• Choose what each person needs

  Give the file owner a working view and the conversion reviewer a review view. Keep input file and source format attached to the decision as the work moves between them.