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How do I create a Document Checklist?

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Document Checklists help you collect specific files from clients in a clear, organized way. Each checklist includes upload slots with customizable labels, instructions, and required fields—making it easier to standardize file collection, clarify expectations, and reduce back-and-forth.


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Table of Contents


Phase 1: Create a Document Checklist

  1. Click the Global Plus icon in the navigation bar.

  2. Select Document Checklist from the menu.

  3. Add a title for the checklist.

  4. Select a client to send the checklist to.

  5. (Optional) Add:

    • Assignee(s)

    • Client due date

    • Client reminders

    • Description

  6. Click Create.


Phase 2: Build the Document Checklist

  1. In the File Upload field, enter the name of the first document.

  2. Click + Add checklist item to add more upload slots.

  3. Name each upload slot as needed.

  4. Click the gear icon on the right side of a slot to adjust settings:

    • Toggle Required on/off to control whether upload is mandatory.

    • Toggle Description to add client-facing instructions.

  5. Click the 3-dot icon to:

    • Duplicate the slot

    • Delete the slot

  6. Drag the 8-dot icon on the left to reorder items.

  7. (Optional) Click Preview to see the checklist from the client’s view.

    • Click Back to edit if you need to make changes.


Phase 3: Send the Document Checklist

  1. Click Send.

  2. Choose to Send now or Save as draft.

  3. Select the contact(s) to receive the checklist.

  4. (Optional) Toggle on Include a personalized message.

    • Create a personalized message from scratch or select a template.

  5. Click Send to Contact(s).

  6. A pop-up will confirm that the Document Checklist has been sent.

  7. (Optional) Click View task to open the the Document Checklist task if needed.


Summary

Use Document Checklists to streamline client file collection with clear, customizable upload slots. Add instructions, set required documents, and send everything in one go—saving time and reducing back-and-forth.


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