> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.yamuno.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quick Start Guide

> Get up and running with Markdown Exporter & Importer in minutes

![Multiple access methods](https://pub-b0d9bb8609a9490e8a3d5e2e7f63af24.r2.dev/importer/access.jpg)

## Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have:

1. A Confluence instance with admin access
2. Markdown files ready to import
3. Necessary permissions to create/edit pages

## Installation Steps

1. **Install the App**
   * Visit the Atlassian Marketplace
   * Search for "Markdown Exporter & Importer for Confluence"
   * Click "Get it now"
   * Complete the installation

2. **Verify Installation**
   * Go to any Confluence page
   * Check for `Markdown Importer & Exporter` in the `••• -> Apps` menu
   * If visible, installation is successful

## Your First Import

1. **Prepare Your Files or ZIP**
   * Ensure your markdown files are properly formatted
   * Keep your folder structure organized (it will become your page tree)
   * Include local images and attachments alongside markdown
   * Or compress your project into a single `.zip`

2. **Import the File(s) or ZIP**
   * Navigate to target page and use the ••• menu (page-level), or open from the global Apps menu (global access)
   * Select "Markdown Importer"
   * Choose multiple files or upload a `.zip`
   * Click "Import"

3. **Verify the Import**
   * Check the imported content
   * Verify images and links
   * Review formatting

## Your First Export

1. **Navigate to Page**
   * Go to the Confluence page you want to export
   * Click the ••• (More actions) menu
   * Select "Export to Markdown"

2. **Choose Export Type**
   * **Single Page**: Export just the current page
   * **Include Children**: Export page and all child pages
   * **Space Export**: Export entire space (from global access)

3. **Download Export**
   * Click "Export"
   * Wait for processing
   * Download the ZIP file with markdown and attachments

## Common Tasks

**Import Tasks:**

* **Import Multiple Files**: Use bulk import (no fixed limit)
* **ZIP Upload**: Upload a `.zip` with markdown, folders, and assets
* **Preserve Hierarchy**: Maintain folder structure as page hierarchy
* **Global Import**: From global access, import to one, many, or all spaces (admins)
* **Preview Content**: Use preview before import

**Export Tasks:**

* **Single Page Export**: Export individual pages to markdown
* **Page Tree Export**: Export pages with all children
* **Space Export**: Export entire Confluence spaces
* **Attachment Handling**: All media downloaded with proper references
* **Preserve Structure**: Page hierarchy maintained in folder structure

## Next Steps

* Read the [Features Guide](/markdown-importer-for-confluence/how-to-and-features)
* Check [Known Issues](/markdown-importer-for-confluence/known-issues)
* Review [Release Notes](/markdown-importer-for-confluence/release-notes)