Migrating from another software can feel like a daunting process—we’re here to make the transition as smooth as possible. You can import previous work from Miro into Lucidspark using a vector PDF, copy and paste, static image, and a CSV file.

Read this article for instructions to import using each of these options and find additional resources to make a seamless transition to Lucidspark.

Import a PDF

With a Miro Enterprise account, you have the option to export a board as a vector PDF. This method is best if you plan to edit content after import. For optimal upload speed and quality, upload no more than 10 files at a time.

Board Import capabilities

With PDF Board Import, you can migrate:

Cards
Freehand drawing
Images
Lines
Stickers
Sticky notes and other shapes (including overlapping shapes)
Tables
Tags and emojis
- These elements are migrated as individual shapes that overlap the shape they were attached to in the original board
Text

With PDF Board Import, you cannot migrate complex board components, such as:

Document metadata
Embedded data
Frames
Kanban boards
- Kanban boards import as a Dynamic Table

Steps to import a PDF

To import a vector PDF of a Miro board using Lucidspark’s Board Import tool, follow these steps:

In Miro, open the export menu and select Save as Image.
- Note: don’t save as a PDF at this step.
Resize the frame to capture all the content you want to export.
In the export window, select Vector PDF.
Click Export.
In Lucid, select + New from the home page.
Click Import documents.
Choose the Miro application.
Drag a file into the indicated area or click to browse your local device.
- If you choose to browse, you will need to click Open to import your file(s).

Once the file has successfully imported, you can open the new Lucidspark board in a new tab by clicking View document to the right of the file name. Your imported file can be found anytime in your Documents page. To close the import window, click Done.

Tip: If you receive an error on import, ensure you have successfully exported the content from Miro as a vector PDF, the file does not exceed 400MB, and you have exported multi-page boards into separate files. For a detailed walkthrough, check out our Migrating from Miro to Lucidspark guide.

Transfer with copy and paste

This method is best if you plan to edit content after import. If you encounter issues with pasting content, ensure copy and paste is enabled for the Miro board you want to copy content from.

Copy and paste capabilities

Content that transfers with copy and paste:

Cards
Emojis
Frames
Freehand Drawing
Lines
Linked shapes and text
Mind maps
Shapes
Sticky notes
Tables
Tags
Text

Content that does not transfer with copy and paste:

Images
Stickers

Steps to copy and paste

To copy and paste content from Miro into Lucidspark:

In a Miro board, highlight and copy all content you want to move to Lucidspark.
- Keyboard shortcuts to copy: Ctrl+C (on PC) and Cmd+C (on Mac).
In a Lucidspark board, right-click and select Paste.
- Keyboard shortcuts to paste: Ctrl+V (on PC) and Cmd+V (on Mac).

All supported content will appear on your Lucidspark board.

Tip: If content does not paste in Lucidspark, ensure the Miro board settings allow copy and paste. You may need to check with your Miro admin.

Insert an image

Inserting an image of your content in Miro ensures it appears exactly the same in Lucidspark. Images of content are static, so this method is best if you don’t need to edit content after import.

Steps to insert an image

To add an image of content from Miro to a Lucidspark board:

In Miro, save your board as an image or PDF.
In a Lucidspark board, selectthe More menu icon in the upper-left corner.
From the menu, click Insert.
Click Image.
Select the image file from your computer to import into Lucidspark.
Click Open.

The image will now be on your Lucidspark board.

Import a CSV file

Miro offers a data export option that allows you to export data as a CSV file. You can then import that file into Lucidspark as sticky notes or Lucid Cards.

Steps to import a CSV

To import a CSV file of your content from Miro into Lucidspark as sticky notes or Lucid Cards, follow these steps:

In Miro, export the data as a CSV.
In a Lucidspark board, selectthe More menu icon in the upper-left corner.
In the menu that appears, hover your cursor over Insert.
Hover your cursor over CSV.
Click Sticky Notes or Lucid Cards.
Select the CSV file to upload.

Depending on your selection, sticky notes or Lucid Cards will be created on your Lucidspark board for each line of text in your CSV file.

For best results, ensure your Miro board only contains the content you want to export before downloading. If your CSV file is already exported, we recommend reviewing the content included in the file prior to importing into Lucidspark. Both recommendations help ensure your resulting import displays the exact information you want.

API import

We provide an API endpoint for technical users to write code to access Board Import in order to import more quickly and efficiently. With API import, you can write code scripts to upload batches of 10 documents at a time until full import is complete. This method is best if you have a high volume of individual files to import.

Tip: For technical instructions, check out our Developer Documentation article and get Professional Services for coaching and hands-on product education. Get support and connect with our API Engineering team in the Lucid for Developers community.

FAQ

What is the maximum file size I can import into Lucidspark?

The maximum size of a board that can be imported is 400MB. If you have a single board with a lot of content, we recommend exporting multiple PDFs of the board.

Can I import a multi-page document using the PDF method?

The Lucidspark Board Import tool does not support multiple-page PDFs. If you have a document with more than one page to import, export multiple PDFs of the board and import them one at a time in Lucidspark. Once imported, copy and paste the content from separate boards into one Lucidspark board.

How do I import large documents into Lucidspark using the PDF method?

For larger documents, you’ll need to export multiple vector PDFs of the same board. You can find a walkthrough of this solution in our Migrating from Miro to Lucidspark guide.

Can I preserve my Miro “Projects” structure in Lucidspark?

Yes. After import, all files appear in “My Documents” on the home page. From the documents page, you can create and sort files into Team Folders and manage sharing permissions for each. You can learn more about how to Create Team Folders in our article.

Can I use multiple methods to import my content into Lucidspark?

Yes. In fact, we encourage it! If one import method does not support a type of content you want to import, you can use another import method that does. For example, if you copy and paste the majority of your content, but need to include images, consider exporting the images using the PDF method and importing the images using Board Import.

Resources

To best support a smooth migration, here are more resources to use in addition to this article. These resources are available in English only.

Lucid Training Labs

Migrating from Miro to Lucidspark guide. Find solutions to common issues, see examples of how to export content from Miro, and learn tips to successfully continue your work in Lucidspark.

Lucid Community

Frequently asked questions about importing from Miro into Lucidspark. Review FAQs, ask questions, and get support from experts.

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