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title: "How to Add a file to DataCourier"
slug: "adding-a-file-to-datacourier-1"
tags: ["Mercury Network - Secure", "Mercury Network"]
updated: 2026-05-14T19:11:43Z
published: 2026-05-14T19:11:43Z
canonical: "docs.cotality.com/adding-a-file-to-datacourier-1"
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# How to Add a file to DataCourier

## Overview

DataCourier allows you to upload appraisal documents from any source so you can take advantage of its integrated compliance and review tools. Whether you are working with XML or PDF files, uploading reports into DataCourier helps centralize appraisal data and ensures it can be managed and reviewed consistently. This article explains how to upload new appraisal files and how DataCourier handles revised files.

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You can upload any document to DataCourier so you can use our integrated compliance tools on it, regardless of its origin.

> [!NOTE]
> **Tip**: If you don’t have a Mercury Network® account, you’ll need to get one to upload files to DataCourier. It’s free. [Click here](https://secure.mercuryvmp.com/SignupWiz.aspx) to create an account and get your secure login and password.

#### To upload an appraisal to DataCourier:

1. Log into Mercury Network®.
2. Click the **DataCourier** button at the top.
3. Click **New File** on the toolbar and choose **Upload XML** or **Upload PDF**:

![](https://cdn.document360.io/d7730790-9b0e-4a1e-800e-a32628b13559/Images/Documentation/image(960).png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-06T00%3A19%3A01Z&se=2026-11-06T01%3A19%3A01Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=z13yWbS8RPyZTZVO8G%2BpMeKB%2BpH9aYOQY5WMIowirGA%3D)
4. When the Upload New DataCourier File window opens, click Upload report file and select the XML or PDF file you want to upload.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/d7730790-9b0e-4a1e-800e-a32628b13559/Images/Documentation/image(961).png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-06T00%3A19%3A01Z&se=2026-11-06T01%3A19%3A01Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=z13yWbS8RPyZTZVO8G%2BpMeKB%2BpH9aYOQY5WMIowirGA%3D)

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  1. If you’re uploading a PDF, you’ll see a form prompting you for some report information. Red asterisk fields are mandatory, and you should fill in as many fields as possible since DataCourier uses this data to give you a more complete view of each uploaded file. When you’re finished, click **Create file**.
5. Now, the file is accessible in the appraisal list - easily identified by the address, date/time, and other details visible in the columns. Double-click the file to view appraisal details and [manage the report](https://portal.document360.io/d7730790-9b0e-4a1e-800e-a32628b13559/document/ext/view/d8e57cb3-00f3-4f91-aa82-4758a3ccef12/en).

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#### Uploading Revised Files

If you're uploading a report that matches a DataCourier file with a pending revision request, DataCourier automatically prompts you for a decision.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/d7730790-9b0e-4a1e-800e-a32628b13559/Images/Documentation/image(964).png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-06T00%3A19%3A01Z&se=2026-11-06T01%3A19%3A01Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=z13yWbS8RPyZTZVO8G%2BpMeKB%2BpH9aYOQY5WMIowirGA%3D)

Here are the options:

- **Yes, update the existing file**: In this case, the original appraisal for which you've requested a revision is replaced with the new file you're uploading.
- **No, create a new file**: A completely new DataCourier file is created for the report you're uploading.

To upload a revised file click this related article. **Related Article:** [How to Upload a Revised File on DataCourier](/ext/docs/upload-revised-file-1#overview)

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## Outcome

After completing these steps, you will be able to upload appraisal XML or PDF files into DataCourier and access them from the appraisal list. You will also understand how to provide required report details for PDF uploads and how to handle revised files, either by updating an existing record or creating a new one. This ensures your appraisal files are properly stored, tracked, and ready for compliance review.