# [Convert to DocuWorks document][Document] menu

Use this command to convert one or more non-DocuWorks files (application data or image files) selected in the workspace area to a DocuWorks document.
The converted DocuWorks document is stored in the current folder. The original file will not be deleted even after the conversion.
When selecting objects in a linked folder, you cannot choose this menu.
Note
To display the files other than DocuWorks file in the workspace of Desk, select [DocuWorks Desk Options] from the [File] menu and select [Show files other than DocuWorks files] in [View] under [DocuWorks Desk Options] in the [Preferences] dialog box.