Document Research

Document Research allows you to upload documents directly to any chat conversation and ask questions about their content. Get intelligent analysis with precise citations that link you directly to the relevant parts of your documents.

How it Works

Simply attach documents to your chat message and ask questions. Bearly will:

• Analyze your documents in real-time using advanced text processing
• Understand your query and search for relevant information across all uploaded files
• Provide detailed answers with specific citations and page references
• Link to source material so you can verify and explore further

Unlike traditional document viewers, Document Research understands context and can synthesize information across multiple files.

Supported File Types

Document Research works with a comprehensive range of file formats:

• PDF Documents: Research papers, reports, manuals, books
• Microsoft Office: Word (.docx), Excel (.xlsx), PowerPoint (.pptx)
• Text Files: Plain text (.txt), Markdown (.md), CSV files
• Code Files: Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, and 50+ programming languages
• Web Content: HTML files and web pages

Getting Started

Upload and Query

1. Start a new chat or use an existing conversation
2. Click the attachment button (📎) in the chat input
3. Select your documents - you can upload multiple files at once
4. Type your question about the content
5. Send your message to begin the analysis

Example Query

I've uploaded our quarterly financial reports. What were the key factors that contributed to revenue growth in Q3?

Research Results

Your results will include:

Comprehensive Answers

Detailed responses that synthesize information from your documents, providing context and analysis beyond simple keyword matching.

Precise Citations

Every claim is backed by specific references including:

• Document name and page number
• Direct quotes from the source material
• Clickable links to jump to the exact location

Multi-Document Synthesis

When you upload multiple files, Document Research can compare and combine information across all documents to provide more complete answers.

Exploring Citations

Click on any citation to:

• View the full context around the quoted section
• See the original formatting and surrounding text
• Navigate to related content within the same document
• Understand the source and verify the information

Example Use Cases

Academic Research

Scenario: Upload multiple research papers on machine learning Query: “What are the main differences between transformer and CNN architectures for image recognition?” Result: Comparative analysis with citations from each paper showing specific performance metrics and architectural differences.

Business Analysis

Scenario: Upload company annual reports and market research Query: “How has our market position changed compared to competitors over the last three years?” Result: Trend analysis with specific data points and competitor comparisons cited from your documents.

Legal Document Review

Scenario: Upload contracts and legal documents Query: “What are the termination clauses and notice requirements across these agreements?” Result: Comprehensive overview of termination terms with exact clause citations from each contract.

Technical Documentation

Scenario: Upload API documentation and code files Query: “How do I implement user authentication using the available endpoints?” Result: Step-by-step implementation guide with code examples and API references from your documentation.

Advanced Research Techniques

Follow-up Questions

Continue the conversation to dive deeper:

• “Can you provide more details about the section on page 15?”
• “How does this compare to what’s mentioned in the other document?”
• “What evidence supports this conclusion?”

Comparative Analysis

Upload multiple documents for side-by-side analysis:

• “Compare the methodologies used in these three studies”
• “What are the key differences in approach between these proposals?”

Data Extraction

Ask for specific information across documents:

• “Create a table of all the financial metrics mentioned”
• “List all the recommendations from these reports”

Best Practices

Document Quality

• Ensure text is selectable in PDF documents
• Include relevant documents only to get focused results

Effective Queries

• Be specific about what you’re looking for
• Ask follow-up questions to explore deeper
• Reference document names when working with multiple files

Organization

• Group related documents in the same conversation
• Use descriptive filenames to make citations clearer
• Upload documents in logical order for better context

Document Research transforms how you work with information, turning static documents into an interactive knowledge base that answers your questions with precision and transparency.