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Understand PDF preview source labels

Use the PDF preview chip to confirm which original document type a preview was generated from before opening or downloading files.

Audience

This guide is designed for project manager.

Steps

Step 1: Identify the PDF preview chip for Word documents

When viewing a document generated from Word, locate the chip labelled "PDF preview · Word" to confirm the preview is based on the original Word file and read the description explaining it is a PDF snapshot of the original Word document.

Identify the PDF preview chip for Word documents

Step 2: Identify the PDF preview chip for Excel documents

When reviewing a document generated from Excel, look for the chip labelled "PDF preview · Excel" and use the accompanying description to confirm it is a PDF snapshot of the original Excel document before downloading the source file if needed.

Identify the PDF preview chip for Excel documents

Step 3: Recognise generic PDF preview chips for other formats

For files from other formats such as PowerPoint, check the chip text "PDF preview · [Format]" and read the generic description stating it is a PDF snapshot of the original document to understand the relationship between the preview and its source.

Recognise generic PDF preview chips for other formats


Last updated: 2026-06-27