When to use this mode
Use the Video mode when you have a recording of someone performing a process on screen or walking through a physical workflow — for example:- A screen recording of a software process
- A walkthrough video demonstrating how to complete a task
- A training video showing a repeatable procedure step by step
File requirements
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Accepted formats | MP4, MOV, WEBM |
| Maximum file size | 2 GB |
Video frame hints
When Steppd processes a video, it identifies frames that correspond to specific steps in the document and attaches them as thumbnail hints inside the editor. These hints are visible to you while editing and provide context for what was happening on screen at that point in the process.Video frame hints appear in the editor only. They are not included in Word exports.
Processing phases
After you upload your video, Steppd runs through the following phases automatically:| Phase | What’s happening |
|---|---|
| Uploading | Your file is being transferred to Steppd. A progress bar shows the upload percentage. |
| Converting | The video is being prepared for analysis. |
| Reviewing | The AI is watching and analyzing the content. |
| Taking notes | The AI is drafting the structure and preparing clarifying questions. |
Large videos (over 500 MB) can take several minutes to process. The page will keep you updated — you don’t need to stay on it, but don’t close the tab until processing is complete.
Steps
Go to the new document page
In the sidebar, click My documents, then click New document. Or click New document directly from the Dashboard.
Fill in optional metadata
Optionally enter a Title, Version, and Department. If you leave the title blank, the AI will infer one from the video content — you can edit it in the editor later.
Upload your video file
Click the upload area and select your video file. A progress bar appears as the file uploads.
Wait for processing
After the upload completes, Steppd automatically moves through the Converting, Reviewing, and Taking notes phases. Status messages keep you informed throughout.
Review the draft outline and answer questions
Once analysis is complete, a draft outline appears with the proposed sections and steps, along with clarifying questions. Answer as many questions as you can to help the AI fill gaps in the content.