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Uploading a PDF to My Books

You can upload a PDF directly into My Books and convert it into editable exercises in Magma.

Written by Stephanie
Updated over a week ago

Getting Started

Go to My Books

Navigate to My Books from the bottom-left corner of your screen.

Click on 'Upload PDF' next to 'New Subchapter'

Uploading Your PDF

  1. Click Browse / Choose File and select your PDF.

  2. Make sure the file is under 5 MB.

  3. Click Upload.

The upload may take up to three minutes. You can close the window and return later to check on the file.

What Magma Automatically Detects

With the latest version of PDF Upload, Magma can:

  • Extract tables

  • Automatically generate answers for straightforward questions (e.g., simple numeric answers or basic expressions)

If a question requires interpretation, multiple steps, or open-ended reasoning (such as proofs, explanations, or multi-part prompts), Magma will prompt you to manually enter the answer to ensure accuracy.

After Uploading – What to Expect

You may need to:

  • Manually add answers for open-ended or complex questions

  • Review questions that include tables or advanced math symbols

  • Adjust formatting for questions with images or multi-step instructions

We recommend reviewing all uploaded content before assigning it to students.

Editing an Uploaded Assignment

  1. Click the three dots next to the exercise.

  2. Select Edit Assignment.

  3. From here, you can:

    • Add or update answers

    • Modify the question text

    • Add images

    • Adjust difficulty levels

  4. Click Save when finished.

Tips for Best Results

For smoother and more accurate uploads:

  • Use a vertical layout with clear spacing between questions

  • Keep one question per line

  • Limit to one image per question

  • Avoid overly complex layouts

  • While tables are supported, simpler tables convert best

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