Photograph and upload an expense

Have a readable photo or file of the expense document ready. Make sure the full page is visible and the date and amount can be read.

Choose the screen you use for SmartBill:

Desktop

1. Choose New expense and the file upload option.
2. Select files from your computer. You can also drag files into the app’s upload area.
3. Check the list in the confirmation window and start the upload.
4. Wait for completion and review the imported expense details.

Mobile app

1. Tap the add button and choose an expense from the camera or a file.
2. For a photo, capture the document in good light and confirm the image.
3. For an existing file, select it using the phone-specific instructions below.
4. Confirm the upload, wait for completion, and check the expense in the list.

Choosing a file on your phone

iOS

Choose PDF for a PDF document, or Gallery for an existing image. These are separate options on iPhone. Choose Camera for a new photo.

Android

Choose Gallery to open the file picker and select an image or document. Choose Camera for a new photo. Location names inside the file picker depend on your device.

Automatic reading can make mistakes. Check the supplier, date, and amount before relying on the data. If an upload stopped, look for the expense in the list before uploading again.

Review and correct an expense

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