Migrating from another software can feel like a daunting process—we’re here to make the transition as smooth as possible. Read this article for instructions to import your previous work from Miro and find additional resources to make a seamless transition to Lucidspark.
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Create your migration plan
The first question to answer when creating a migration plan is which import methods will most effectively support the content of your boards. In some cases, you may need to use multiple methods. If one method does not support a type of content you want to import, you can use another import method that does.
For example, if you plan to edit your board after importing, it's best to use copy and paste. For certain unsupported shapes, you may find vector PDF board import works best. If you're only migrating sticky notes or cards, import a CSV file.
Note: The vector PDF board export method is only available for paid Miro accounts (including Starter, Business, Enterprise, or Education plans).
Import methods
There are a few different methods you can use to import your work from Miro into Lucidspark:
- Copy and paste
- Vector PDF board import
- CSV file
Once you have identified the import method that best fits your needs, you can begin creating your migration plan.
Tip: Lucid AI instantly converts screenshots or board images into fully editable diagrams. Learn how in our article, Boost Productivity with Lucid AI.
Import capabilities
Certain content types can be imported via vector PDF but not by copy and paste—and vice versa. In such cases, a hybrid approach is the most effective. The table below summarizes which content types each method supports. Click a link in the header row to be taken to the steps for a particular method.
Tip: To ensure a smooth migration—particularly if your board contains advanced features such as embedded documents, comments, notes, linked data, and ERD diagrams, or if you're trying to migrate 1,000+ documents—we recommend hiring Lucid Professional Services. Click here to learn more and contact the team.
Standard Lucid product support is not available for advanced feature migration.
| Category | Import Type | Vector PDF board import | Copy and paste | Import CSV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formats | Diagrams | Yes | No | No |
| Docs | Yes | No | No | |
| Slides | Yes | No | No | |
| Essentials | Pen (freehand drawing) | Yes | Yes | No |
| Sticky notes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Cards | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Code blocks | Yes | No | No | |
| Frames | Yes | No | No | |
| Grids | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Prototyping library wireframes | Yes | No | No | |
| Sticky notes | Yes | No | No | |
| Text | Yes | Yes | No | |
| User cards | Yes | No | No | |
| Shapes and lines | Yes | Yes | No | |
| BPMN shapes | Yes | No | No | |
| ERD shapes | Yes | No | No | |
| Flowchart shapes | Yes | No | No | |
| UML shapes | Yes | No | No | |
| Columns (previously Kanban) | Yes | Columns import as freehand shapes | No | |
| Jira cards* | Yes | No | No | |
| User story mapping | Yes | No | No | |
| Dot voting | Yes | No | No | |
| Images and icons | No | Yes | No | |
| Stickers | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Emojis | Yes | No | No | |
| Tags | Yes | No | No | |
| Linked shapes and text | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Link previews | Yes | No | No |
Read the sections below for step-by-step instructions to complete each import method.
Steps to import
Copy and paste
This import method allows content to be edited after import. If you encounter issues pasting content, ensure copy and paste are enabled for the Miro board you want to copy from.
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 select all content: Ctrl+A (on PC) or Cmd+A (on Mac).
- 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.
Vector PDF board Import
With a paid Miro account, you can export your board as a vector PDF. While this format lets you edit content after importing, it may not preserve all original features as accurately as copy and paste.
To import a vector PDF of a Miro board using the vector PDF 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.
- 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 been 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 on your Documents page. To close the import window, click Done.
Vector PDF board import troubleshooting
If you receive an error on import, verify:
- Your Miro board is exported as a vector PDF. If you upload a non-vector PDF or image (JPEG, PNG, SVG) of your board, the import will fail.
- Each page of a multi-page board is exported as a separate file. Our import tool does not support multi-page PDFs.
- Your PDF does not exceed 400 MB. To resolve this issue, you can export multiple PDFs of the same board by selecting fewer elements when exporting your board.
- Consider breaking down large Miro boards into smaller Breakout Boards in Lucid to improve overall performance.
Tip: For a visual walkthrough of the migration process, including solutions to common errors, check out our Migrating from Miro to Lucidspark guide.
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.
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, select
the 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 it into Lucidspark. Both recommendations help ensure your resulting import displays the exact information you want.
API import
We provide API endpoints for technical users to write code to access vector PDF board import in order to import more quickly and efficiently. With API import, you can write code scripts to automatically process multiple import requests until the full import is complete. This method is best if you have a high volume of individual files to import.
Tip: For additional help, 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
Why didn't my diagramming components migrate?
Not all shapes in Miro are currently supported by our migration functionality. In this case, we recommend hiring Lucid Professional Services. Click here to learn more and contact the team. If that is not an option for you, you can use the Universal Canvas to edit your document in Lucid and add advanced diagramming components.
How much manual adjustment will I need to do after a migration?
Expect to adjust about 20%-30% of the content from the migration. Not all text sizes and fonts will equal 1:1 from Miro to Lucid, but they can be edited in Lucid after the migration.
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 and importing those into Breakout Boards in Lucidspark.
Can I import a multi-page document using the PDF method?
The vector PDF board import tool does not support multi-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 move any documents into a team hub.
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 vector PDF board import.
Can I import a static image or PNG of my board?
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.
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, select
the 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.
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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