Import media into a project from your computer, an existing Descript project, a connected Zoom account, or by pasting a URL. This article covers all available import methods.
Before you begin
Make sure your file is in a supported format. Descript works with most common audio, video, image, and document types. See supported file types
Choose how to import your file
Each import method has its own guide. Choose the one that matches where your file is coming from:
- Upload from your computer: Add locally saved audio, video, or image files to your project.
- Import files from another project: Add content from an existing Descript project.
- Import from a URL: Paste a GIPHY or Zoom link to pull content directly into Descript.
- Import from Zoom: Connect your Zoom account to Descript to bring recordings into your project directly from the cloud.
- Import from mobile: Use a QR code to import content from your phone.
- Import a slide deck (PDF): Drag and drop your PDF file into your project. Descript turns each slide into a media layer you can add to scenes and timelines.
Next steps after uploading
When you upload a file, it’s stored in the Files section of the Project panel in the right-hand sidebar. From there, you can:
- Add it to the script to transcribe the speech audio and edit by text. Learn more about editing like a doc
- Use it as a layer in the timeline—for visuals, background music, or b-roll. Learn more about layers