Upload Methods

Four ways to get documents into a case: drag and drop, browse for files, browse for folders, or import from a cloud provider. All four feed into the same processing pipeline and accept the same file types.

Drag and drop

Drag files from your desktop or file manager straight onto the upload area inside your case. The drop zone highlights as you hover over it, confirming Hintyr is ready to receive them.

You can drag individual files or entire folders. When you drop a folder,Hintyr preserves the directory structure, keeping your original folder hierarchy intact. This is particularly helpful for collections organized into subfolders by date or document type.

How to drag and drop

Open your case from the dashboard.
Find the upload area in the document browser panel. You will see a drop zone with an upload icon.
Select files or folders in your operating system file manager (Finder on macOS, Explorer on Windows).
Drag the selected items onto the drop zone. It highlights as your cursor enters the target area.
Release to drop. Uploading starts immediately.

Upload drop zone

Drag files here or use the browse buttons to select files

Drop documents here

Browse for individual files

If you prefer your system file picker to drag and drop, click the Browse Documents button in the upload area. A file selection dialog opens where you can go to any location on your computer and pick one or more files.

To select multiple files, hold Ctrl (Windows) or Cmd (macOS) while clicking. For a contiguous range, click the first file, hold Shift , and click the last. Uploading begins as soon as you confirm your selection.

Browse for folders

Click Browse Folders to select a folder from your computer. Hintyr uploads every file inside it, including those nested in subfolders, and preserves your original directory structure in the case.

This is a good fit for structured document collections, such as files organized by year and department. You upload the entire collection in one step rather than picking files individually, and the folder hierarchy stays intact.

Cloud provider imports

Hintyr connects to Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Box, and Dropbox. Connect a cloud account, choose files through the provider interface, and bring them into your case without downloading to your local machine first.This removes extra steps when your documents already live in cloud storage.

For a complete setup walkthrough, see cloud provider uploads.

Which upload method should you use?

All four methods feed into the same processing pipeline, so your files are indexed and searchable regardless of how they arrived. Pick whichever fits your situation:

Drag and drop -- Ideal when your files are already visible in your file manager.
Browse documents -- Handy when you need to reach a specific location or pick files spread across several folders.
Browse folders -- Best suited for structured collections where you want to preserve the folder hierarchy.
Cloud providers -- The right choice when your documents already live in cloud storage and you want to skip downloading them locally.

Frequently asked questions

Can I upload entire folder structures?

Yes. Both drag-and-drop and Browse Folders preserve your original folder hierarchy. Subfolders and their contents appear in the case just as they do on your computer.

Is there a file count limit per upload?

Hintyr handles large batch uploads. Practical limits depend on your browser resources and network conditions. For guidance on very large collections, check the large batch uploads guide.

Can I mix upload methods in the same case?

Absolutely. Drag and drop some files, browse for others, and import from a cloud provider, all into the same case. Each batch processes independently, and all documents appear together in the document browser.

Do I need to wait for one upload to finish before starting another?

Not at all. You can add more files while a previous batch is still uploading. Hintyr queues everything for processing and documents appear in the document browser as they finish.