Convert files to cloud documents

Last updated on Oct 7, 2025

Learn how to convert a file to a cloud document using the Creative Cloud desktop app.

You can upload files from Adobe XD, Photoshop, InDesign, Fresco, and Illustrator as cloud documents, along with PDFs, images, and text documents. Once saved, you can view and edit them using the Creative Cloud desktop app and respective Adobe apps.

Try it in the app
Convert files to cloud documents in a few simple steps.

Open Creative Cloud

Open the Creative Cloud desktop app.

Select Files > Files .

Select Add and then select Upload.

The Add button, available in the top-right corner of the Files tab in the Creative Cloud desktop app, provides the option to upload your files. — You can upload multiple files and convert them to cloud documents.

Browse for a file on your device and then select Open.

For AI, PSD, or XD files, select Continue.

The Convert file to cloud document dialog box provides the option to continue with the file upload. — You can select Don't show this again to never see the dialog box for your future file uploads.

Note

You cannot upload a cloud document using Adobe Home.

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