> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guide.transmute.industries/verifiable-data-platform/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guide.transmute.industries/verifiable-data-platform/platform-guide/credentials/quick-convert.md).

# Quick Convert

Issue a Verifiable Credential from an existing PDF

This page describes how to use the Quick Convert functionality, which will allow you to issue a Verifiable Credential from an existing PDF or PNG. 

First navigate to `Templates` from the sidebar. 

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Click on the `USMCA Certificate of Origin` template

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Drag and drop a USMCA as a `.PDF` or `.PNG` into the drop area.

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Our application will read the contents of the file. Take a quick break and grab some coffee while this happens.&#x20;

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The application will populate the template with the data that was read for review before issuing. Note that information maybe missing or incomplete. All required fields much be entered to continue.

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Click on Preview to preview the content.&#x20;

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Agree and issue the form.&#x20;

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The issued form.&#x20;

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